Tesla Model S: Brake Rotor - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
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 |
Removal
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Remove the electric parking brake caliper
(refer to procedure).
-
If the brake pads are being replaced, remove
them from the caliper
(refer to procedure).
Note: If the pads
are not being replaced, continue this procedure.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the caliper
to the knuckle (torque 120 Nm).
Caution: The caliper
must be supported to prevent damage to the brake line.
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Release the caliper and use the S-hook to
support it.
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Remove the screw that secures the brake rotor
to the hub then remove the brake rotor (torque 17 Nm).
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal,
except for the following:
Caution: Ensure that the
brake hose is aligned correctly, without excessive twists or
bends.
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Clean the mating surfaces of the hub and rotor.
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Pump the brake pedal at least 5 times to set the pads against
the brake rotor.
Warning:
Always check that the brake pads are seated correctly
before driving the vehicle.
-
Check for proper electronic park brake operation.
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the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the
touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the rear underhood apron
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the rear underhood apron
Warning: If the
vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the
touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Special tool required for this procedure:
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Warning: To avoid
personal injury, wear cut-resistant gloves when performing this
operation.
Warning: To avoid
personal injury, eye protection must be worn when performing this
operation.
Note: Use Dow Betaseal
Express or an equivalent fast-curing glass adhesive to per
Setup
Turn on the Tesla SmarTool and select menu item
3 - Wakeup ID.
Starting with the front left wheel, hold the
tool against the tire sidewall, near the valve stem, and press
Enter.
Note: The tool will
ping the sensor and read its uniqu