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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NOTE: View Live Camera requires premium connectivity.
It also requires that version 4.2.1 (or newer) of the Tesla
mobile app is installed on a phone that has been paired
as a key to Model S.
When Sentry Mode is enabled, you can use the mobile
app to remotely view the area surrounding Model S as
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the front subframe (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the steering rack assembly to
the subframe (torque 17