Tesla Model S: Braking and Stopping
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WARNING: Properly functioning braking systems
are critical to ensure safety. If you experience a
problem with the brake pedal, brake calipers, or
any component of a Model S braking system,
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Whenever Model S is moving and your foot is off the
accelerator, regenerative braking slows down the vehicle
and feeds any surplus power back to the Battery. By
anticipating your stops and reducing
To engage the parking brake, touch Controls > Safety >
Parking Brake. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Use the touchscreen to manually release the parking
brake (which also shifts Model S in
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Removal
Remove rear trunk side trim (refer to procedure)
Remove rear sill trim panel (refer to procedure)
Remove screws (x2) securing striker to body (torque 17 Nm).
Remove striker.
Installation
The following special tools have been developed to facilitate removal,
dismantling and assembly of mechanical components in a cost effective and
time efficient manner. The use of special tools also helps prevent potential
damage to components.Some operations in the manual cannot be carried out