Front Drive Unit Assembly - Assembly, Front 3DU, Global - Remove And Replace: Notes

Last modified: 23/05/2024 07:04:10

Fig 1: Front (3DU) Drive Unit Component Location

Courtesy of TESLA, INC.

Revision History:

• 2024-01-24: Added a note to install a new motor ID label in hood/trunk for China, Japan and Korea.

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Description	Torque Value	Recommended Tools	Reuse/Replace	Notes
Bolts (x4) that attach the front end carrier to the LH and RH front subframe crash can assemblies	16 N.m (11.8 lbs-ft)	Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver 13 mm socket Ratchet/torque wrench 2 in extension	Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH motor mounts to the LH and RH motor mount brackets	105 N.m (77.4 lbs-ft)	External Torx E18 Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench 3/8 in to 1/2 in adapter Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver 1/4 in to 3/8 in adapter 6 in extension Ratchet/torque wrench	Reuse
Bolt that attaches the front drive unit mount to the front subframe	80 N.m (59.0 lbs-ft)	Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench 18 mm socket Cordless 3/8 in Dr Impact	Reuse
Bolts that attach the front drive unit to the crate		19 mm socket Ratchet/torque wrench Prybar Med	Reuse