Tesla Model S: Jackshaft Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) 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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Approved Methods for Transporting
A flatbed truck or comparable transport vehicle is the
recommended method of transporting Model S. The
vehicle can face either direction when using a flatbed.
If Model S must be transported without a flatbed truck,
then wheel lifts and dollies must be used to ensure that
all four wheels are off
Door Mirror Assembly - LH (Remove)
Removal
Lower the front window glass.
Remove the door trim panel (refer to procedure).
Carefully release the clips (x2) that secure the front top end
of the flap seal to the door.
Release enough of the flap seal to access the mirror retaining
bolts.
Caution:
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