28/05/2024 08:12:37

Brake Caliper - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 33010502 0.72 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.

  • 2024-05-28: Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
  • 2023-06-23: Removed steps to update epbxHwType configuration.
  • 2023-03-28: Added steps to update epbxHwType configuration.
  • 1134520-00-A Kit, EPB Release, Handheld
  • 1129348-00-A XP-10 Power Supply, XP-10
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CAUTION
Brake fluid dissolves paint. Have clean towels and plenty of water standing by to wash spilled brake fluid off painted surfaces.
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Note
Dispose of used brake fluid in a manner consistent with local environmental codes.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Brake Caliper - Rear
Description Torque Value Reuse/Replace Notes
LH rear brake caliper bracket to the knuckle
83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
Replace
Brake hose to the LH rear brake caliper
42 Nm (31.0 lbs-ft)
Replace
LH rear brake caliper electrical harness clips
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
Reuse

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Place the vehicle into EPB Service Mode. See Parking Brake - Caliper - Rear - LH (Release).
  3. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the LH rear brake caliper.
  5. Remove the bolt that attaches the electrical harness bracket to the LH rear brake caliper.
  6. Position the oil drain under the LH rear brake caliper area.
  7. Remove the LH rear jounce hose. See Brake Hose - Flexible - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove and discard the bolts that attach the LH rear caliper bracket to the knuckle, and then remove the caliper from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Note the part number of the replacement brake caliper; it will be needed to update the vehicle configuration in a later step.
  2. Install the LH rear brake caliper onto the LH rear knuckle, and then install new bolts to attach the caliper to the knuckle.
    83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
  3. Install a new LH rear jounce hose. See Brake Hose - Flexible - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Connect the electrical connector to the LH rear brake caliper.
  5. Install the new bolt that attaches the electrical harness bracket to the LH rear brake caliper.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Remove any wheel chocks, and then shift the vehicle into Park.
  8. Reinstall the vehicle firmware. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.
  9. Perform the bleed procedure for the LH rear brake caliper. See Brake Fluid Bleed - One Caliper.
  10. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  11. Perform a vehicle road test using a series of ABS-active stops and make sure proper brake pedal feel and performance is achieved.