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Front Drive Unit Assembly - Assembly, Cover, Phase Out, 3DU - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower all windows.
  2. Move the front seats forward.
  3. Perform Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure. See VEHICLE HV DISABLEMENT PROCEDURE .
  4. Remove the front body controller. See BODY CONTROLLERS - ASSEMBLY, FRONT CONTROLLER GEN 3 - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  5. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the front harness bracket to the vehicle.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
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  6. Remove and discard the front drive unit phase out cover label.
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  7. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the phase out cover.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Socket 3/8 in Dr EP10
    • Cordless 1/4 in Dr Ratchet
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
    • 1/4 in to 3/8 in adapter
    • ESD Strap
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  8. Remove the phase out cover.
    NOTE: Use a plastic trim tool as needed. If the phase out cover or the O-rings are damaged, replace with a new unit.
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