2026-08-09

Brake Rotor - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 33010202

  • 2025-05-08: Added brake pad burnishing step to be performed after rotor replacement.
Warning
If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.

Special tool(s) required for this procedure:

Supplier Part Number Description
Tesla 1082171-00-A S-hook
Note
For detailed brake specifications, see Brakes.

Removal

  1. Remove the rear wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the park brake rear brake caliper. See Brake Caliper - Rear - Park Brake - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. If the brake pads are being replaced, remove them from the caliper. See Brake Pad Kit - Rear - Brembo (Remove and Replace).
    Note
    If the brake pads are not being replaced, continue this procedure.
  4. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the caliper to the knuckle (torque 120 Nm).
  5. Release the caliper and use the S-hook to support it.
  6. If installed, remove the screw that secures the rotor to the hub (torque 17 Nm).
    Note
    Some vehicles may not have this fastener installed from the factory.
  7. Remove the rotor from the vehicle.

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
Note
Clean the affected areas before installation.
CAUTION
Ensure that the brake hose is aligned correctly with no excessive twist or bends.
  • Do not install the bolt that attaches the rotor to the hub.
  • Pump the brake pedal at least 5 times to seat the pads against the brake rotor.
    Warning
    Always check that the brake pads are seated correctly before driving the vehicle.
  • Ensure that the electric park brake works as expected.
  • Burnish the brakes. See Brake Pads - Park Brake - Burnishing.
    Note
    During vehicle driving, make sure that proper brake pedal feel and performance is achieved.
    Note
    Add the correction code for brake pad burnishing 33013000 as a separate correction within the same activity to the Service Visit.