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Tesla Model 3: Fluid Coupling (Straight) - Rear Drive Unit (Remove and Replace)

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 Fluid Coupling (Straight) - Rear Drive Unit (Remove and Replace)  

SPECIAL TOOLS

Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3 (1135762-00-A)

Remove

  1. Remove the LH rear drive unit mount. See Mount - Rear Drive Unit - LH (Remove and Replace).

  Fluid Coupling (Straight) - Rear Drive Unit (Remove and Replace)

  1. Remove the bolt that attaches the straight fluid coupling to the rear drive unit inverter. Torque 6 Nm
  2. Remove the straight fluid coupling.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

Caution: Replace all patchbolts.

  • Perform an inverter coolant leak test. See Inverter Coolant Leak Test.
  • Refill the coolant. See Powertrain Coolant (Drain and Refill).

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