Tesla Model X: Hub - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Special tool(s) required for this procedure:

Removal

1. Remove the center cap from the front LH wheel and loosen the axle nut (torque 205 Nm).

   

2. Remove the road wheel (refer to procedure).
3. Using a suitable tool, ease the caliper pistons and brake pads away from the rotor.
4. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the caliper to the knuckle (torque 120 Nm).

   

5. Release the caliper from the rotor and use the S-hook to support it. Caution: To avoid damage to the brake line, the brake caliper must be supported at all times.
6. Remove the bolt that secures the rotor to the hub (torque 17 Nm).
7. Remove the rotor.

   

8. Remove and discard the axle nut and wedge-lock washer. Caution: Ensure that a new axle nut and washer are installed during installation.
9. Use a suitable tool to partially remove the axle shaft from the hub.
10. Release the bolts (x4) that secure the hub to the knuckle (torque 90 Nm).

    

11. Rotate the knuckle and remove the bolts.

    

12. Remove the front hub assembly and place it on a non-magnetic surface.

    Caution: A magnetic field from a pick-up tool or magnetic parts tray could permanently damage the magnetic pattern on the hub/bearing tone ring.

    

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

Note: Clean the affected areas before installation.

Warning: Only use cleaning agents and solvents in a well-ventilated area.

Caution: Tighten bolts evenly using a diagonal sequence.

Caution: Replace all Patchbolt(s).

Use the magnetic field viewing card to ensure that the magnetic field on the tone ring is not damaged.

Install a new axle nut and washer.