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 door handle for access (refer to procedure)
Remove door handle rear seal.
Remove control link pivot pin to allow control link to be
released from housing.
Position control link and remove screw se
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Bosch
FMG-750
Transmission
Jack 750 Kg Europe only