01/05/2024 15:09:28

Front Brake Rotors - Calipers and Pads - Service Front Brake Pad Kit (Remove and Install)

Correction code 3301044081 3301044082 FRT 0.48 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Warning

This procedure is a DRAFT, although it has been validated. Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near high voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Open LH front door

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Push LH B-pillar door trigger to release
Lower LH front window
Raise and support vehicle

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Set air suspension to "Jack Mode"
Open powered front trunk

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Via exterior switch or UI
Remove rear underhood apron

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9x clips
Place shop rags underneath brake fluid reservoir
Clean area around brake fluid reservoir and remove brake reservoir cap
Remove LH front wheel cap

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1x cap, 8x clips, Use both hands to firmly pull wheel cap to release clips, Cap may remove with or without mounting ring attached
Loosen LH front wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove RH front wheel cap

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1x cap, 8x clips, Use both hands to firmly pull wheel cap to release clips, Cap may remove with or without mounting ring attached
Loosen RH front wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Raise vehicle fully

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Set to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
Remove LH front wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove LH front brake hose bracket

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1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm
Remove brake pad anti-rattle springs from LH front brake caliper

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2x springs, 2x tabs each
Remove LH front caliper and set aside

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2x bolts, 24mm, 315 Nm, Rotor will be loose until caliper is installed, Use lug nut to secure rotor as needed
Remove brake pads from LH front caliper

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2x pads
Placeholder - Compress LH front brake caliper pistons

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4x pistons, Picture for reference only
Clean LH front brake caliper

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Use nylon brush and brake cleaner as needed, Allow 1 minute dry time
Clean LH front brake caliper anti-rattle springs

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2x springs, Use soapy water or brake cleaner as needed, Allow 1 minute dry time
Apply an even layer of Silaramic lubricant onto LH brake pad guide contact points

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2x pads
Install brake pads onto LH front caliper

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2x pads
Install LH front caliper

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2x bolts, 24mm, 315 Nm, Rotor will be loose until caliper is installed, Use lug nut to secure rotor as needed
Install brake pad anti-rattle springs onto LH front brake caliper

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2x springs, 2x tabs each
Install LH front brake hose bracket

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1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm
Remove RH front wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove RH front brake hose bracket

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1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm
Remove brake pad anti-rattle springs from RH front brake caliper

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2x springs, 2x tabs each
Remove RH front caliper and set aside

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2x bolts, 24mm, 315 Nm, Rotor will be loose until caliper is installed
Remove brake pads from RH front caliper

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2x pads
Placeholder - Compress RH front brake caliper pistons

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4x pistons, Picture for reference only
Clean RH front brake caliper

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Use nylon brush and brake cleaner as needed, Allow 1 minute dry time
Clean RH front brake caliper anti-rattle springs

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2x springs, Use soapy water or brake cleaner as needed, Allow 1 minute dry time
Apply an even layer of Silaramic lubricant onto RH brake pad guide contact points

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2x pads
Install brake pads onto RH front caliper

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2x pads
Install RH front caliper

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2x bolts, 24mm, 315 Nm
Install brake pad anti-rattle springs onto RH front brake caliper

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2x springs, 2x tabs each
Install RH front brake hose bracket

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1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm
Lower vehicle to access frunk area

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Keep front suspension components free of contacting ground and surrounding items
Check brake fluid level and top off reservoir if necessary

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If level is above Max line, remove extra fluid
Install brake reservoir cap
Pump brake pedal a few times to ensure pedal feels normal
Remove shop rags from underneath brake fluid reservoir
Install LH front wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Install RH front wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
Torque LH front wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Install LH front wheel cap

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1x cap, 8x clips, Partially secure wheel cap to wheel, While partially installed wheel cover can be rotated to align with tire design, When aligned press inward from center of cap then secure all clips to mounting ring
Torque RH front wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Install RH front wheel cap

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1x cap, 8x clips, Partially secure wheel cap to wheel, While partially installed wheel cover can be rotated to align with tire design, When aligned press inward from center of cap then secure all clips to mounting ring
Install rear underhood apron

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9x clips, Adjust windshield seal as required
Close powered front trunk

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Via exterior switch or UI
Remove vehicle from lift

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Lower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
Raise LH front window
Close LH front door
Perform a road test and burnish brakes

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Ensure proper brake pedal feel and performance Add correction code 00040100 as needed