06/11/2023 18:55:28

Seal - Axle - Front Drive Unit - LH (2nd Generation) (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 39301112

Special tools required for this procedure:

Supplier Part Number Description
Tesla 1051509-00-A Dead Blow Hammer, Output Seal Driver
Tesla 1131206-00-A Output Seal Driver Install Tool
Tesla 2004567-00-A FDU Oil Seal Installation Auxiliary Rod (Optional)
  • 2023-11-06: Added information about the FDU Oil Seal Installation Auxiliary Rod (2004567-00-A).

This procedure is for vehicles built after April 24, 2019. For vehicles built through April 24, 2019, see Seal - Axle - Front Drive Unit - LH (1st Generation) (Remove and Replace).

Install

  1. Install the new axle seal on the front drive unit using the output seal driver tool and a dead blow hammer.
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    Note
    Make sure that the axle seal is fully seated on the front drive unit before continuing. Optionally, use an FDU Oil Seal Installation Auxiliary Rod (2004567-00-A) to help install.
  2. Install the LH front halfshaft assembly. See Halfshaft - Front Drive Unit - LH (2nd Generation) (Remove and Replace).
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    CAUTION
    When installing the halfshaft(s) into the drive unit:
    • Make sure that the opening of the snap ring is facing towards the bottom of the drive unit.
    • Do not damage or displace the oil seal.
    • Verify that the halfshaft is fully seated:
      • Carefully push the halfshaft into the drive unit until there is an audible "click" from the halfshaft stub contacting the pinion shaft.
      • There will be a slight pulling sensation on the halfshaft as the halfshaft circlip locks into place.
      • Pull on the inner halfshaft cup to confirm that the circlip is locked into place. If the halfshaft detaches from the drive unit then reinstall the halfshaft and then test that it is fully seated.