2025-05-08

Rear Brake Rotors - Calipers and Pads - Rear Brake Rotor - Base (Remove and Install)

Correction code 3301088011 3301088012 0.30 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 2025-05-08: Added brake pad burnishing step to be performed after rotor replacement.
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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.

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  3. Open the powered frunk.
  4. Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  5. On the vehicle touchscreen, enable Tow Mode.
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    Note
    Allow the drive rails to completely turn on before enabling Tow Mode.
  6. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  7. Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
  8. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  9. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the EPB harness electrical connector from the LH rear brake caliper.
  10. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear brake caliper to the vehicle, and then use an S-hook to hang the caliper on the body.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
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    CAUTION
    Route the caliper hose so that it does not get caught on stabilizer bar assembly.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • S-hook
  11. Remove the LH rear brake rotor.
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    Note
    After the caliper is released, the rotor is also loose.

Install

  1. Position the LH rear brake rotor onto the vehicle.
  2. Position the LH rear brake caliper to the knuckle, and install the bolts (x2) that attach the caliper to the knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  3. Connect the EPB harness connector to the LH rear brake caliper, and then engage the connector lock.
  4. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  5. Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
  6. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  7. Exit Tow Mode.
  8. Exit Service mode. See Service Mode.
  9. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  10. Burnish the brakes. See Brake Pads - Burnishing (Maintenance).
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    Note
    During vehicle driving, make sure that proper brake pedal feel and performance is achieved.
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    Note
    Add the correction code for brake pad burnishing 33013000 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.