17/10/2023 18:56:10

Brake Fluid Bleed - One Caliper \(Remove and Replace\)

Correction code 33031102 FRT 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 1080578-00-B Brake Bleed Adapter

Procedure

Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
CAUTION

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

Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
Note

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

  1. Review the bleeder service tool profile.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. See GUID-0ECF2493-88F6-48E9-ADBB-9AE1D52E217C.html.
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the wheel for the caliper to be bled. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  5. Lower the vehicle to a working height.
  6. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  7. In Toolbox, type "bleed" into the search field and click Actions.
  8. Clean the area around the brake fluid reservoir breather cap and remove the cap.
  9. Add clean brake fluid to the MAX level in the reservoir.
  10. Attach the pressure cap to the reservoir.
  11. Set the pressure to 30 PSI.
  12. Perform the rest of this procedure according to the caliper you are bleeding.
    • Front caliper - go to step 13.
    • Rear caliper - go to step 23
  13. Remove the caliper outer bleed valve cap and attach the catch bottle to the valve.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Hang the bottle by the wire hook, not by the hose.
  14. In Toolbox, start the task for the particular caliper.
    • For the front LH and rear RH calipers, run PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEEDSearch for routine in ToolboxFL and RR brake bleed procedureChassis / Brakes - Brake Bleed FL-RRChassis / Brakes - Brake Bleed FL-RR.
    • For the front RH and rear LH calipers, run PROC_ESP_FRONT-R-REAR-L-BRAKE-BLEEDSearch for routine in ToolboxFR and RL brake bleed procedureChassis / Brakes - Brake Bleed FR-RLChassis / Brakes - Brake Bleed FR-RL.
  15. Open the outer bleed valve and watch the fluid as it flows out of the caliper.
  16. Use the crowfoot extension to close the bleed valve when the pump stops, or when clean fluid without bubbles flows out of the caliper.
  17. Make sure that the reservoir does not go empty, or that the catch bottle does not overfill.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    If the reservoir goes empty, you must perform a complete brake system bleed. See Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush (Maintenance).
  18. Repeat step 16 through step 19 until clean fluid without bubbles flows out of the caliper.
  19. Remove the catch bottle and install the bleed valve cap.
  20. Repeat step 15 through step 21 for the inner bleed valve, and again for the outer bleed valve.
  21. Tighten the bleed valves.
    18 Nm (13.3 lbs-ft)
  22. Go to step 31.
  23. Remove the caliper bleed valve cap and attach the catch bottle to the valve.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Hang the bottle by the wire hook, not by the hose.
  24. In Toolbox, start the task for the particular caliper.
    • For the front LH and rear RH calipers, run PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEEDSearch for routine in ToolboxFL and RR brake bleed procedureChassis / Brakes - Brake Bleed FL-RRChassis / Brakes - Brake Bleed FL-RR.
    • For the front RH and rear LH calipers, run PROC_ESP_FRONT-R-REAR-L-BRAKE-BLEEDSearch for routine in ToolboxFR and RL brake bleed procedureChassis / Brakes - Brake Bleed FR-RLChassis / Brakes - Brake Bleed FR-RL.
  25. Open the bleed valve and watch the fluid as it flows out of the caliper.
  26. Use the crowfoot extension to close the bleed valve when the pump stops, or when clean fluid without bubbles flows out of the caliper.
  27. Make sure that the reservoir does not go empty, or that the catch bottle does not overfill.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    If the reservoir goes empty, you must perform a complete brake system bleed. See Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush (Maintenance).
  28. Repeat step 28 through step 31 until clean fluid without bubbles flows out of the caliper.
  29. Remove the catch bottle and install the bleed valve cap.
  30. Tighten the bleed valve.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    For Plus caliper, torque should be 14 Nm.
  31. Refill the reservoir to MAX, and properly dispose of the catch bottle contents.
  32. Remove the pressure cap from the reservoir and install the breather cap.
  33. Press the brake pedal several times to verify proper feel and action.
  34. In Toolbox, type "stiffness" into the search field and click Actions.
  35. Run the IBST Stiffness Test - Burnished - Pressure test.
  36. If the Pressure_P100 value in the test results is less than 55 bar, repeat the bleed procedure from step 7.
  37. Install the wheel. See #GUID-0B862D15-7178-4435-AEF2-0B40B8BEE686.
  38. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  39. Remove the vehicle from the 2 post lift. See GUID-0ECF2493-88F6-48E9-ADBB-9AE1D52E217C.html.
  40. Repeatedly press the brake pedal until firm.
  41. Perform a road test using a series of aggressive stops to make sure there is proper pedal feel and brake performance.