Tesla Model S: 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
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 .
Caution: Use exactly the specified amount of gear oil.
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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
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1000991
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Removal
Remove the IP carrier (refer to procedure).
Remove the center console (refer to procedure).
Remove the nuts (x2) that secure the driver knee airbag. Retain
the washers (x2). Disconnect the harness connector and remove the
airbag from the vehicle (torque 10.5 Nm).
Note: If available, calibrate the forward facing camera using
the Camera Calibration Target (refer to procedure).
Note: This procedure describes how to perform a drive cycle
calibration on the forward facing camera. It does not apply to the rear
facing camera.
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