07/06/2024 09:28:44

Brake Fluid Bleed - One Caliper

Correction code 33031102 FRT 0.79 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.

  • 2024-06-07: Updated Brake Stiffness test routine.
  • 2024-04-17: Added manual bleed section and instructions.

Brake Fluid Bleed (Manual)

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CAUTION

Brake fluid dissolves paint. Have clean towels and plenty of water standing by to wash spilled brake fluid off painted surfaces.

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Dispose of used brake fluid in a manner consistent with local environmental codes.

  1. Clean area around brake fluid reservoir and remove brake reservoir cap
  2. Top off brake fluid reservoir
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    Add fluid until at MAX line, Use only DOT 4 brake fluid
  3. Fill brake bleeder reservoir to full level
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    Use only DOT 4 brake fluid
  4. Install pressure bleeder adapter onto reservoir
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    Attach the brake reservoir hose to the brake adapter at this time
  5. Set pressure to 30psi
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    Connect power supply to bleeder and turn on the power to set pressure to 30 psi
  6. Remove bleeding valve covers and install the fluid catching bottle to LH front outer brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP
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    2x covers
  7. Manually bleed LH front brake caliper by opening LH front brake caliper outer and inner bleeding valves
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    2x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm (+/- 2 Nm) Base and Plus calipers, Begin with the outer valve first then move on to the inner valve then conclude with the outer valve again, Repeat step till clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of LH front brake caliper bleeding outer and inner valves
  8. Remove bleeding valve covers and install the fluid catching bottle to RH front outer brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP
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    2x covers
  9. Manually bleed RH front brake caliper by opening RH front brake caliper outer and inner bleeding valves
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    2x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm (+/- 2 Nm) Base and Plus calipers, Begin with the outer valve first then move on to the inner valve then conclude with the outer valve again, Repeat step till clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of RH front brake caliper bleeding outer and inner valves
  10. Remove bleeding valve cover and install the fluid catching bottle to RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP
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    1x cover
  11. Manually bleed RH rear brake caliper by opening RH rear brake caliper outer and inner bleeding valves
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    1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm (+/- 3 Nm) Base caliper, 14 Nm (+/- 2 Nm) Plus caliper, Repeat step till clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve
  12. Remove bleeding valve cover and install the fluid catching bottle to LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP
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    1x cover
  13. Manually bleed LH rear brake caliper by opening LH rear brake caliper outer and inner bleeding valves
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    1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm (+/- 3 Nm) Base caliper, 14 Nm (+/- 2 Nm) Plus caliper, Repeat step till clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve

Brake Fluid Bleed (Toolbox)

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CAUTION

Brake fluid dissolves paint. Have clean towels and plenty of water standing by to wash spilled brake fluid off painted surfaces.

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Dispose of used brake fluid in a manner consistent with local environmental codes.

  1. Clean area around brake fluid reservoir and remove brake reservoir cap
  2. Check brake fluid level and top off reservoir if necessary
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    If level is above Max line, remove extra fluid
  3. Fill brake bleeder reservoir to full level
  4. Install pressure bleeder adapter onto reservoir
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    Attach the brake reservoir hose to the brake adapter at this time
  5. Set pressure to 30psi
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    Connect power supply to bleeder and turn on the power to set pressure to 30 psi
  6. Connect to vehicle using Toolbox 3.0
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    Vehicle OBD II connection is integrated into drivers lower IP cover, Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle, https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, Select connection status icon at top right corner, and select connect locally (icon will turn green when vehicle is connected)
  7. Select "Actions" tab and search for ‘"bleed"
  8. Remove bleeding valve covers and install the fluid catching bottle to brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP
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    2x covers
  9. Open the brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEEDvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode:
    • Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FL-RR
    • Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FL-RR
     and select "Run" to start the ESP and then close the bleeding valve once the pump stops running
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    1x bleeding valve, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, Make sure valve is hand tight when closed
  10. Open the inner brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEEDvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode:
    • Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FL-RR
    • Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FL-RR
     and select "Run" to start the ESP and then close the bleeding valve once the pump stops running
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    1x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, Make sure valve is hand tight when closed
  11. Repeat the above steps until clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the brake caliper bleeding valve
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    1x bleeding valve, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, Finish bleeding on the outer valve, Make sure valve is hand tight when closed
  12. Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque brake caliper bleeding valves and install covers
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    2x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, 2x covers
  13. Turn off and remove pressure brake bleeder kit from vehicle
  14. Check brake fluid level and top off reservoir if necessary
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    If level is above Max line, remove extra fluid
  15. Install brake reservoir cap
  16. Pump brake pedal a few times to ensure pedal feels normal
  17. Select "Actions" tab and search for ‘"Stiffness"
  18. Select TEST_BRAKE_X_STIFFNESS-TEST-SERVICEvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Stiffness Test, click "Run", and allow routine to complete
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    Select "Submit" without additional input when prompted, Select "X" at top right of window to close once complete
  19. Disconnect Toolbox 3 from vehicle and remove laptop