08/09/2022 16:26:41

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 proper PPE is worn 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. Move the driver seat fully rearwards.
  2. Open the hood.
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  4. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  5. Remove the LH front floor mat.
  6. Remove the driver outboard footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Outboard - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the driver inboard footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Inboard - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the driver knee airbag as an assembly from the instrument panel. However, do not remove the knee airbag cover brace from the airbag assembly. See Knee Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove the driver inboard jumper duct. See Duct - Jumper - Inboard - Driver (Remove and Replace.
  10. Disconnect the accelerator pedal electrical connector.
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    Note
    Pull the red tab to disengage lock, and then pull the red tab again to release the electrical connector. Do not push down on the red tab.
  11. Remove the screw that attaches the accelerator pedal to the assembly, and then release the accelerator pedal downwards out of the assembly slots (x2).
    15 Nm (11.1 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
  12. Remove the top clip that attaches the brake light switch electrical harness to the pedal assembly.
  13. Release the brake light switch.
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    Note
    Brake light switch is located at the top of pedal assembly.
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    Note
    Rotate the brake light switch counterclockwise 45 degrees, and then remove from brake pedal assembly.
  14. Disconnect the brake light switch electrical connector, and then remove the brake light switch from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Make sure the brake light switch is in neutral position: The switch piston should have no spring resistance.

Install

  1. Inspect the brake light switch.
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    Note
    Make sure the brake switch is in the neutral position before installation. Gently rotate the tab into neutral position, if not set.
  2. Connect the brake light switch electrical connector.
  3. Install the brake light switch.
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    Note
    Do not press the brake pedal during installation.
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    Note
    Rotate the brake light switch clockwise until it is in the locked position and flush to brake pedal assembly.
  4. Install the top clip that attaches the brake light switch electrical harness to the pedal assembly.
  5. Secure the accelerator pedal into the assembly slots (x2), and then install the screw that attaches the accelerator pedal to the pedal assembly.
    15 Nm (11.1 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
  6. Connect the accelerator pedal electrical connector.
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    Note
    Make sure the lock is fully engaged.
  7. Install the driver inboard jumper duct. See Duct - Jumper - Inboard - Driver (Remove and Replace.
  8. Install the driver knee airbag. See Knee Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the driver inboard footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Inboard - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  10. Install the driver outboard footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Outboard - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the LH front floor mat.
  12. Reconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  13. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  14. Calibrate the rear doors.
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    If the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate to calibrate the rear doors
  15. Move the driver seat to its original position.