Tesla Model S: Bushing - Drive Unit - Front (Remove and Replace)
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Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection must
be worn when performing this operation.Warning: To avoid personal injury, safety-toe shoes and
cut-resistant gloves are recommended whe
Use brake cleaner to clean the threaded rod and the nut bearing
assemblies.
Use 3M Spray Lube 08878 or equivalent to lubricate the threaded
rod and the nut bearing assemblies.
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Removal
Remove door handle for access (refer to procedure)
Position handle assembly on a soft working surface.
Remove door handle rear seal.
Remove screws (x4) securing handle grip backplate and remove
(torque 2 Nm).
How It Works
The traction control system constantly monitors the
speed of the front and rear wheels. If Model S
experiences a loss of traction, the system minimizes
wheel spin by controlling brake pressure and motor
power. By default, the traction control system is on.
Under normal conditions,