03/10/2024 09:09:21

Calipers and Pads - Rear Brake Caliper Springs - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code N/A 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.

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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. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  3. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  4. In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "EPB".
  5. Select PROC_EPBL_START-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), click 'Run', and allow routine to complete
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    Note
    Chock wheel if necessary.
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    Note
    Make sure the routine is successful.
  6. Click PROC_EPBR_START-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), ad then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
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    CAUTION
    The vehicle may roll freely.
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    Note
    Press the brake pedal while performing routine.
  7. Disconnect Toolbox and remove the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  8. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
  9. Place shop rags underneath the brake fluid reservoir.
  10. Clean the area around the brake fluid reservoir and remove the brake reservoir cap.
  11. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  12. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the EPB harness electrical connector from the LH rear brake caliper.
  13. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake line to upper control arm, and then release the line from the control arm.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  14. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear caliper to the bracket.
    40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 14 mm socket
  15. Pivot the LH rear caliper upward.
  16. Placeholder - Compress LH rear brake caliper piston
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    Note
    1x piston, Picture for reference only
  17. Remove the LH rear caliper pad return springs (x2).
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    Note
    Hold the brake pads, and then remove spring one at a time.
  18. Remove the brake pads (x2) from the LH rear caliper bracket.
  19. Remove the brake pad guides (x4) from the bracket.

Install

  1. Clean the LH rear brake caliper and brake pad guide surfaces.
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    Use a nylon brush and brake cleaner as needed. Allow 1 minute of dry time.
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    Make sure to clean both sides of the guides.
  2. Install the brake pad guides onto the bracket.
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    Make sure the guides are snapped in and mating with the guide surfaces.
  3. Apply an even layer of Silaramic lubricant to the LH rear brake pad contact points and pad guides.
  4. Install the brake pads (x2) into the LH rear caliper bracket.
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    Note
    Make sure the pads seat correctly onto the guides.
  5. Install the LH rear caliper pad return springs (x2).
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    Note
    Hold the pads, and then install each spring one at a time.
  6. Pivot the LH rear caliper downward into position.
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    Note
    Hold the pads while pivoting to ensure correct fitment.
  7. Install the bolt that attaches the LH rear caliper to the bracket.
    40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 14 mm socket
  8. Position the LH rear brake line to the upper control arm, and then install the bolt that attaches the line to the control arm.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  9. Connect the EPB harness electrical connector to the LH rear brake caliper, and then engage the connector lock.
  10. Lower the vehicle to access the frunk area.
  11. Check the brake fluid level and top off the reservoir if necessary.
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    If the brake fluid level is above the Max line, remove any extra fluid.
  12. Install the brake reservoir cap.
  13. Pump the brake pedal a few times to ensure the pedal feels normal.
  14. Remove the shop rags from underneath the brake fluid reservoir.
  15. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  16. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
  17. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  18. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  19. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  20. Perform a road test and burnish the brakes.
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    Make sure there is proper brake pedal feel and performance. Add correction code 00040100 as needed.