12/12/2023 00:06:47

Switch - Brake Light (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 33252002 0.42 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.

  • 2023-12-12: Removed brake stiffness routine.

Remove

  1. Remove the LH center console side panel carpet. See Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  3. Remove the driver footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the driver knee airbag. See Airbag - Knee - Driver (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove the LH footwell duct. See Duct - Footwell - LH (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  6. Disconnect the electrical harness from the brake light switch connector.
  7. Rotate the brake light switch 45 degrees counterclockwise, and then remove brake light switch from the accelerator and brake pedal assembly.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    After the brake light switch has been removed, do not allow anything to touch, bump, strike, or press the brake pedal, until the brake light switch is securely installed.

Install

  1. Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not allow anything to touch, bump, strike, or press the brake pedal, until the brake light switch is securely installed.
  2. Make sure that the following conditions are met before starting to install the brake switch:
    • The brake booster and the brake pedal must be installed in the vehicle before the installation of the brake switch.
    • The brake pedal is in the home position (not pressed).
  3. Gently insert the brake light switch into the clip until it stops.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not push so hard as to move the brake pedal. If the brake pedal has moved, remove the brake light switch and repeat this step.
  4. Rotate the switch 45 degrees clockwise to secure the brake light switch in the accelerator and brake pedal assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure that the brake switch electrical connector release tab is toward the RH side of the vehicle with the connector pins vertical.
  5. Connect the electrical harness to the brake light switch connector, and then perform a push-pull-push check to make sure the connection is secure.
  6. Install the LH footwell duct. See Duct - Footwell - LH (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the driver knee airbag. See Airbag - Knee - Driver (Remove and Install).
  8. Install the driver footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the LH center console side panel carpet. See Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Reconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).