1. Introduction
You might be surprised to find out that Tesla Car (Electric Cars) need to change Gearbox Oil and Oil Filter.
Its true that Tesla car need less maintenance as compared to internal combustion cars )ICE) and has less wear and tear parts.
1.2 Why Drive Unit need Oil?
Drive Unit need oil for lubrication and cooling.
1.3 Benefits of doing Drive Unit Service
- to prevent friction and abrasion
- to reduce unnecessary wear
- to avoid surprise amount of repair
2. When to change Oil and Oil Filter?
It is recommended to change 250,000 km or 6 years whichever comes earlier.
3. Cost
3.1 Oil Filter Price
Oil filter could cost around 40 dollars.
Part number
3.2 Oil Price
It could vary depend on model and type of oil.
3.2.1 How much Oil need my car?
Model Y
|
Gearbox, Front Drive Unit (3DU) |
1300 ml - Refill |
|
Gearbox, Rear Drive Unit (3DU) |
2100 ml - Refill |
|
Gearbox, Rear Drive Unit (4DU) |
2300 ml - Refill |
Source MY
3.2.2 Which type of Oil need (Part Number)?
3.2 Labor Cost
Labor could cost around 250 dollar/euro.
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7. How to replace
7.1 How to Replace Drive Unit (Gear Box) Oil
Disconnect the electrical connector from the oil pump
To Avoid any damage, plug out the connector.
Remove the 2 bolts that attach the rear drive unit oil pump
Pulled out carefully drive unit pump and allow gearbox fluid to drain
Clean the contact surface
7.2 How to Replace Drive Unit (Gear Box) Oil Filter
Guide how to Replace Drive Unit Filter
Replacing transmission oil filter for Tesla Car is same as replacing on combustion car.
7.3. Dual Motor
If your car is equipped with Dual Motor. You need to replace Oil and Filter for Front and Rear Drive Unit.
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Source
Video about Tesla Drive Unit Service
Guide how to Replace Gearbox Fluid
