Brake Pads - Front (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 33010702 0.96 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.
- 2024-1-24: Add caution on making sure the front brake pad clip is properly installed.
- 2023-3-24: Moved brake pedal pumping to before reservoir level check, and added precautionary steps for fluid spillage.
Remove
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
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Place absorbent material underneath
the brake booster and the brake fluid reservoir area.
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Clean the area around brake fluid
reservoir, and then remove the brake reservoir cap.
- Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Remove the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
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Remove the bolt that attaches the
brake hose to the LH front knuckle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Release the tabs (x2) for each
anti-rattle clip (x2), and then remove brake pad anti-rattle clips from the front brake
caliper.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
front brake caliper to the knuckle, and then allow the caliper to hang from the body
using S-hooks.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
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Remove the brake pads from the front
brake caliper.
Note2 guide pins each.
- Repeat steps 7 through 10 for the RH side.
Install
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Use a caliper spreader kit or similar
tool to gently push the pistons back into the front brake caliper.
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Clean the front brake caliper.
NoteUse a nylon brush only, if necessary.NoteAllow 1 minute dry time.
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Install the brake pads (x2) to the
front brake caliper.
Note2 guide pins each.
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Install the brake pad anti-rattle
clips (x2) to the front brake caliper.
Note2x tabs on each anti-rattle clip.
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Install the front brake caliper onto
the knuckle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
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Install the bolt that attaches the
brake hose to the LH front knuckle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Repeat step 1 through 6 for the RH side.
- Install the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Pump the brake pedal repeatedly until firm to seat the brake pads against the rotors.
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Check brake fluid level and top off
the reservoir, if necessary.
NoteIf the brake fluid level is above the Max line, remove the extra brake fluid.
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Install the brake reservoir cap.
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Remove the absorbent material from
underneath the brake booster and brake fluid reservoir area.
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
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Perform a road test and burnish
brakes. Ensure proper brake pedal feel and performance.
NotePer current FRT (33013000)