Tesla Model 3: Subframe Assembly - Front (RWD) - Install
Install
- Position the subframe lifting tool against the front subframe, and then
attach the straps (x3) to the subframe.
Note: Make sure to align the two subframe lifting tool guides with
the front subframe.
- Lower the front drive unit onto the front subframe
Note: Make sure not to move the rear front drive unit support posts
from their previous positions.

- Install the bolt that attaches the front drive unit to the front
subframe.
Torque 80 Nm
- Lower the gantry hook until the drive unit sling is slack.
- Remove the drive unit sling hooks from the front drive unit.
- Remove the drive unit sling from the gantry hook.
- Move the subframe lifting tool to a working area.
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Other assemblies hidden for clarity
- Position the front drive unit harness on the front subframe, and then
install the clips that attach the front drive unit harness to the subframe.
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- Install the clips that attach the front drive unit harness to the front
drive unit inverter.
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- Install the clip that attaches the front drive unit harness to the front
drive unit motor.
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- Connect the oil pump connector, and then engage the locking tab.
Important: Perform a push-pull test to verify that the connector
is fully attached.
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- Connect the resolver logic connector, and then engage the locking tab.
Important: Perform a push-pull test to verify that the connector is
fully attached.
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- Connect the front drive unit inverter logic connector, close the handle,
and then engage the locking tab.
Important: Perform a push-pull test to verify that
the connector is fully attached.
- Install the LH and RH front drive unit halfshafts on the front drive
unit.
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- Hand-tighten the bolts that attach the LH and RH front subframe crash
can brackets to the front subframe.
- Position the front stabilizer bar on the front subframe.

- Install new nuts to attach the front stabilizer bar to the front
subframe, and then mark each nut with a paint pen.
Torque
35 Nm
- Install the steering rack. See Steering Rack (Dual Motor) (Remove and
Replace).
Caution: 2nd generation front subframes cannot accommodate 1st
generation (discontinued) steering racks. A 2nd generation (currently available)
steering rack must be installed.
- Install the front subframe assembly into the vehicle. See Subframe
Assembly - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Install).
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Caution:
Vehicles built before March 25th, 2019 have 1st generation front
subframes. Vehicles built on March 25th, 2019 and after have 2nd generation
front subframes. When a 1st generation subfra
SPECIAL TOOLS
Kit, EPB Release, Handheld (1134520-00-A)
XP-10 Power Supply, XP-10 (1129348-00-A)
Fixture, Subframe, Model 3 (1099645-00-B)
Lever Lock, HV Connector, Model 3 (1140311-00-A)
Remove
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Ratchet, 1/4" Sq Dr, HV Insulated (1057602-00-A)
Ext Bar, Wobble, 1/4" Dr, HV Insulated (1057603-00-A)
Skt, 1/4" Sq Dr, 8mm, HV Insulated (1057604-00-A)
Magnet, Flexible, HV Insulated, 18" (1057607-00-A)
Asy, Service Cover, Penthouse, Model 3
When Model 3 is stopped, Vehicle Hold can
continue to apply the brakes even after you
remove your foot from the brake pedal. When
driving on a hill or on a flat surface, brake as
you normally would. After coming to a
complete stop, simply press the brake pedal
again (until the touchscreen disp