Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush (Maintenance)
Correction code 33031202 FRT 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
- 1080579-00-A - POWER PROBE BRAKE BLEEDER 4.0
- 1080578-00-B - Brake Bleed Adapter M3/Y
Procedure
- Review the bleeder service tool profile.
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Place the vehicle on the
2-post lift.
TIpEnsure the vehicle is not charging.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Raise the vehicle and remove all four wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Lower the vehicle to a working height.
- Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
- On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap SET in the drop list, click Run, and allow the routine to complete. , select
- Clean the area around the brake fluid reservoir breather cap and remove the cap.
- Add clean brake fluid to the full level in the bleeder reservoir.
- Add clean brake fluid to the MAX level in the reservoir.
- Install the pressure bleeder adapter onto the vehicle brake reservoir.
- Connect power supply to the bleeder tool, and then turn the bleeder tool on.
- Set the brake bleed reservoir pressure to 30 PSI, and then attach the brake bleed reservoir to the brake bleed adapter.
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Bleed the LH front
caliper.
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Repeat step 14 for the RH front caliper.
NoteFor the RH front caliper, select Bleed FR Caliper when performing the routine.
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With assistance, manually
bleed the LH rear caliper.
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With assistance, bleed the RH rear caliper.
- Turn off and remove the pressure brake bleeder kit from the vehicle.
- Check the brake fluid level and top off as necessary.
- Install the service brake reservoir cap.
- Press the brake pedal several times to verify proper feel and action.
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On the touchscreen, tap the
Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap
Run, follow
the screen instructions to press/release the brake pedal, and click
Close once the routine is succeeded.
, click Note
If the test fails, Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush - Master Cylinder (Add-On) (Maintenance) procedure is required.
And if the Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush - Master Cylinder (Add-On) (Maintenance) procedure is still failed, perform Advanced Bosch Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush (Maintenance).
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Tap Run, and
allow the routine to complete.
, click Note
If the test fails due to leakage, identify and address the root cause of the leak.
If the test fails due to stiffness, perform a brake fluid bleed procedure on the failed caliper.If the test still fails after completing the brake fluid bleed procedure on the failed caliper, proceed with the Advanced Bosch Brake Fluid Bleed/Flush (Maintenance) Procedure.
- Disconnect the laptop.
- Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Install all four wheels and lower the vehicle. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
- Remove the vehicle from the lift.
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Perform a road test to make
sure there is proper pedal feel and brake performance.
NoteAdd test drive correction code 00040100 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.