1. Introduction
In this free guide, you will get all information about how to diagnose, how to repair, how to remove and replace, how much it could cost part and labor, how to get online support, Find and compare best affordable workshop in your region and book an online appointment for repair/service, Information about spare part number and name and buy new and used spare parts with best price etc.
Drive Unit is made of 3 components: Inverter, Gearbox & electric motor. Some of models has front and rear drive units (dual motors). There are different type of Drive Units.
1.1 Drive Unit Overview
Model Y
Large Drive Unit
2. How to Diagnose
It could be diagnose via Remote Diagnosis, Service Mode.
2.1 Remote Diagnosis
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2.2 Service Mode
It could be possible to find out the exact cause of the alert with the help of services alerts in Service Mode.
How to check service alerts in Service Mode
- On the touchscreen, click Controls (vehicle icon) > Software
- Touch and hold the large word "MODEL" for 4 seconds and then release.
- Enter "service" as access code.
- After clicking on Service Alerts. You can read service alerts. If there is anything wrong with car. It will show in active alerts.
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Service Mode - Thermal - Coolant System
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Depend on alert/fault code, car might need to be repaired/serviced.
3. Labor Cost
Labor cost could vary depend on type of workshop, location. If you are looking for best affordable independent workshop. Please free to contact us Call/Whats App +49(0)15226242038 or find best affordable workshop in our Workshop Locator
Please have a look on common repair prices Price List
3.1 Labor Cost in Authorised Service Center
It could cost labor rate per hour * Flat Rate Time. Labor rate per hour could vary depend on location. However it could cost in between 175 - 275 euro/dollars per hours. Flat rate time could vary depend on work. If you would like to know Flat Rate Time for particular work. Please contact us.
3.2 Cost in Independent Workshop
It could vary depend on type of workshop, city/region/country etc. Some of common repair/services prices you could find Price List
It will take around 3 hrs and will cost around 600 dollars. It could vary depend on location, type of workshop etc.
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4. Part Cost
Part post could vary depend on condition (New, Used etc.), OEM or Aftermarket part etc. Price could vary depend on model, condition of drive unit etc.
4.1 New Drive Unit
New drive unit could cost around 7,600 dollars.
4.2 REMAN Drive Unit
Model S Large Drive Unit
It could cost around 5,200 dollars.
4.3 Drive Unit miscellaneous parts
5. Part Name and Number (details)
| Model | Year | Part Number | Part Name |
| S | |||
| X | |||
| 3 | 1521365-17-J | ASSEMBLY - REMANUFACTURED - PERFORMANCE REAR DRIVE UNIT - 3DU | |
| 3 | 1521487-17-J | ASSEMBLY - REMANUFACTURED - REAR DRIVE UNIT - 3DU | |
| Y | 1120980-17-K | REAR DRIVE UNIT ASSEMBLY- 3DU - HIGH CURRENT |
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Book an Appointment
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How to remove and replace
Guide to remove and replace Drive Unit link
Alert Code
Some of most common possible alert code
BMS_w035 External isolation alert
BMS_f071
DI_w072
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FAQ
1. Is it possible to repair Drive Unit?
Yes, its possible. Please contact us.
2. What could be common noise when drive unit has any issue?
Car could generate milling, grinding, buzzing etc sound. If you get strange sounds from motor when you press accelerator or when car is idle. It may be signal to replace Drive Unit Bearing. One of reason could be that bearing are worn out.
3. Can I do at Local Workshop, Independent Tesla Workshop?
Yes, you can. However, please make sure that workshop knows how to work to Tesla Cars. If local workshop need any support. Please feel to contact us. We will be happy to provide online shop. You can also find workshop in our Workshop Locator.
4. Can I do it/repair yourself/myself (DIY)?
Some of repair could be done at DIY. In case, if you needed Tools, Know-How, Time etc. Please feel to contact us. We will be happy to provide you online support.
Note: Please do not work with high voltage components. If you do not need needed/proper Tools, Know-How etc. It could be dangerous.
5. Mobile repair service?
In some of cases, we could also provide mobile services. Please feel to contact us where are you located and what kind of repair are you looking for.
6. Car not under warranty, salvage, accident, flood, modified cars?
It is highly recommended to perform repair with independent workshop to save money.
7. Car under warranty?
In case if your car is under warranty. It is recommended to perform certain repair works (HV Components, ADAS etc) with OEM during warranty period. Wear and Tear Part Repair could be done with independent workshop to save money. Please read more details in another guide. Link
