07/06/2024 10:23:46

Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush (Maintenance)

Correction code 33031202 FRT 0.90 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.

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"
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
Remove LH rear 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 rear wheel nuts

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

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove LH front wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove LH rear wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove RH rear wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 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
Open powered front trunk

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Via exterior switch or UI
Remove rear underhood apron

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9x clips
Clean area around brake fluid reservoir and remove brake reservoir cap
Check brake fluid level and top off reservoir if necessary

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If level is above Max line, remove extra fluid
Fill brake bleeder reservoir to full level

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Use only DOT 4 brake fluid
Install pressure bleeder adapter onto reservoir

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Attach the brake reservoir hose to the brake adapter at this time
Set pressure to 30psi

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Connect power supply to bleeder and turn on the power to set pressure to 30 psi
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)
Select "Actions" tab and search for ‘"bleed"
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
Open the LH front outer brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEED 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
Open the LH front inner brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEED 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
Repeat the above steps untill clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the LH front 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
Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque LH front brake caliper bleeding valves and install covers

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2x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, 2x covers
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
Open the RH front outer brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to PROC_ESP_FRONT-R-REAR-L-BRAKE-BLEED 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
Open the RH front inner brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to PROC_ESP_FRONT-R-REAR-L-BRAKE-BLEED 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
Repeat the above steps untill clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the RH front 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
Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque RH front brake caliper bleeding valves and install covers

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2x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, 2x covers
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
Open the RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEED 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, 10mm, 10 Nm, Make sure valve is hand tight when closed
Repeat the above step until clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve

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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm, Make sure valve is hand tight when closed
Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve and install cover

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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm, 1x cover
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
Open the LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to PROC_ESP_FRONT-R-REAR-L-BRAKE-BLEED 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, 10mm, 10 Nm, Make sure valve is hand tight when closed
Repeat the above step until clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve

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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm, Make sure valve is hand tight when closed
Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve and install cover

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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm, 1x cover
Turn off and remove pressure brake bleeder kit from vehicle
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
Select "Actions" tab and search for ‘"Stiffness"
Select , TEST_BRAKE_X_STIFFNESS-TEST-SERVICE 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
Disconnect Toolbox 3 from vehicle and remove laptop
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
Install RH rear wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Install LH rear wheel

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

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Torque LH front wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Torque LH rear wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Torque RH rear wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Install RH rear 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 LH rear 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 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
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
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