Tesla Model S: Braking and Stopping
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Driving / Braking and Stopping
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Braking Systems
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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Regenerative Braking
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
Parking Brake
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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Mount - Motor - Side (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove drive unit assembly:
Large drive units: Refer to procedure
Small drive units: Refer to procedure
Using suitable lifting equipment, support the drive unit.
Warning: To avoid personal injury, use appropriate
equ
Gas Strut - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Open hood.
Support hood in open position.
Release clip securing gas strut to body.
Disconnect gas strut from ball joint.
Release clip securing gas strut to hood.
Disconnect gas strut and remove from
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