Tesla Model S: Brake Pads - Park Brake - Burnishing
Warning: Be sure to comply
with all local traffic safety laws and only perform such maneuvers in a
suitable location such as a nonresidential side street with little to no
traffic.
Caution: Do not perform this
procedure on a vehicle that has new rotors unless they have gone through
a burnishing procedure.
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On the touchscreen, select Controls >
Driving, then select the "Low" regenerative braking level.
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Drive the vehicle approximately 35 mph (55 kph) on a
straight road.
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Press and hold the Park button on the gear selector,
releasing at 10 mph (15 kph).
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Repeat this procedure 3 times, waiting at least 20
seconds between applications.
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Reset the regenerative braking level if it was
originally set to "Standard".
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has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the underhood storage unit f
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.Removal
Remove the road wheel for access
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Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle
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Installation
Install the microswitch harness.
Reinstall all components other than the door backing. Leave the
harnesses loose.
Note: If performing this procedure on a
rear door handle, do not install the lower rear
screw for the motor bracket.
Control interior and exterior lights. See Lights.
NOTE: You can also control the exterior headlights by
touching the high beam headlights button on the left
side of the steering yoke and then choosing an option
using the touchscreen. See High Beam Headlights.
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