Tesla Model S: Jackshaft Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Front Drive Unit / Jackshaft Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle. Removal
- Remove the RH driveshaft assembly (refer to procedure).
- Release the bolts (x2) that secure the jackshaft to the drive
unit (torque 30 Nm).
- Remove the jackshaft from the drive unit.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following: Fill the drive unit with the correct amount of proper fluid:
- Use the fluid specified in General Information > Fluids and Capacities > Fluids .
- Use the amount specified in General Information > Fluids and Capacities > Fluid Capacities .
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Drive Unit - Rear - Large (Remove and Replace)
Note: Loosen suspension fasteners by hand, then
use a cordless electric drill with a 3/8 in drive adapter and an
3/8 in drive air ratchet wrench.
Removal
Remove the drive unit (r
Drive Unit - Rear - Large (Remove and Install)
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1000991
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Remove the RH lower instrument panel (refer to procedure)
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Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
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