01/04/2024 14:01:00

Brake Lines - LH Sill (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 33035102 4.26 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

2023-12-15: Updated brake stiffness 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.

Remove

Raise and support vehicle

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Set air suspension to "Jack Mode"
Remove lug nut covers from LH front wheel

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5x covers
Loosen LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove lug nut covers from RH front wheel

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5x covers
Loosen RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH rear wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Loosen RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove LH rear wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Loosen LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Remove LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
Open hood

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Using center display touchscreen > Quick Controls > Frunk Open
Remove rear underhood apron

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8x clips
Release clips securing front portion of the LH front wheel house liner

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7x clips, Move aside for access
Remove clips securing rear portion of the LH front wheel house liner and remove from vehicle

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6x clips
Position oil drain underneath LH rear corner of vehicle
Release retention clips for sill brake line junction blocks

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2x clips
Release side sill brake pipe assembly from LH rear brake line

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1x nut, 12mm, 16 Nm
Release RH rear brake line from side sill brake pipe assembly

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1x nut, 12mm, 16 Nm
Remove fasteners securing brake junction block to RH sill

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2x bolts, T30, 6 Nm
Remove sill brake pipe assembly clips from body

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6x clips, Allow brake fluid to drain as pipes are lowered, Catch fluid with shop towels as needed
Position oil drain underneath LH front corner of vehicle
Remove retention clip for HCU to side sill junction block

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1x clip
Release side sill brake pipe assembly from HCU to side sill bundle

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2x nuts, 12mm, 16 Nm, Allow brake fluid to drain as pipes are removed, Catch fluid with shop towels as needed
Release side sill brake bundle junction block from body and remove assembly from vehicle

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm, Allow brake fluid to drain as pipes are removed, Catch fluid with shop towels as needed
Blow out debris left in sill body

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Clips securing brake lines to body will likely break on removal, Work front one end to the other blowing out debris

Install

Remove oil drain from underneath LH front corner of vehicle
Install side sill brake bundle and secure junction block to body

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm
Secure side sill brake pipe assembly to HCU to side sill bundle

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2x nuts, 12mm, 16 Nm
Install retention clip to HCU to side sill junction block

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1x clip
Install sill brake pipe assembly clips to body

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6x clips
Remove fasteners securing brake junction block to RH sill

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2x bolts, T30, 6 Nm
Install side sill brake pipe assembly to RH rear brake line

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1x nut, 12mm, 16 Nm
Install side sill brake pipe assembly to LH rear brake line

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1x nut, 12mm, 16 Nm
Install retention clips for sill brake line junction blocks

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2x clips
Install LH front wheel house liner and secure clips for rear half

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6x clips
Install clips securing front portion of the LH front wheel house liner

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7x clips, Secure liner
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
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
Using laptop connect to vehicle with ethernet diag kit and Toolbox 3

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Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle, https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, For local connection issues with Toolbox 3 refer to article #43695, Media converter box is powered by laptop USB or 12v power outlet, Ethernet connection will provide communication
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Install brake reservoir cap
Pump brake pedal a few times to ensure pedal feels normal
Using Toolbox 3:
1. Select the Actions tab and search for "Stiffness".
2. Select the ODIN routine TEST_BRAKE_X_STIFFNESS-TEST-SERVICE, and then click the link of the routine.
3. If brake pads or rotors have been replaced, select UNBURNISHED under "Action_Type". In all other cases, select BURNISHED.
4. Click RUN, and allow the routine to complete.
  
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  Do not press the brake pedal during the test.
Disconnect Toolbox 3 from vehicle and remove laptop and ethernet diag kit
Install rear underhood apron

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8x clips
Close hood

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Press firmly in green highlighted areas (see image), Damage may result from pressure elsewhere on hood
Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Install LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
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 LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Install LH front lug nut covers

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5x covers
Torque RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Install RH front lug nut covers

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5x covers
Torque RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 Nm
Install RH rear wheel cap

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Align valve stem with cap
Torque LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 Nm
Install LH rear wheel cap

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Align valve stem with cap
Remove vehicle from lift

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Lower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
Perform a road test and ensure proper brake pedal feel and performance

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Add correction code (00040100) to account for time

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Brake Lines - LH Sill (Remove and Replace)

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