Tesla Model S: Rear Drive Unit
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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
Special tools required for this procedure:
Caution: Use the specified coolant only. In this manual, refer
to General Information > Capacities, Fluids, and
Lubricants > Fluids.
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Removal
Remove the hood latch cover (refer to procedure).
Release the hood release cable hook from the latch assembly.
Peel back the edge of the front trunk carpet for access.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
If the charge port has alignment pins, use wire-cutting pliers
or a similar tool to trim them flush.