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Tesla Model S: Brake Sensor Cluster - ESC (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Brakes / Brake Sensor Cluster - ESC (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove center console assembly (refer to procedure)
  2. Disconnect wiring harness connector.

    Brake Sensor Cluster - ESC (Remove and Replace)

  3. Carefully cut acoustic padding covering ESC sensor.
  4. Peel back acoustic padding to expose ESC module.

    Brake Sensor Cluster - ESC (Remove and Replace)

  5. Remove nuts (x2) securing ESC module to body (torque 6 Nm).

    Brake Sensor Cluster - ESC (Remove and Replace)

  6. Remove ESC module.

    Brake Sensor Cluster - ESC (Remove and Replace)

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  • Position the acoustic padding over the ESC module and secure the edges with tape.
  • If the vehicle is not running the latest firmware, run the "Vehicle Firmware Update" procedure.
  • If the vehicle is running the latest firmware, run the "Firmware Redeploy" procedure.
  • In Toolbox, perform the Stability Control (ESP) Program.

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