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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Body
Jack Mode Activation
Setting Procedure
Power up the touchscreen.
Note: Suspension height can only be
lowered when all doors are closed.
Touch Controls.
Touch Suspension.
Touch Jack.
Resetting Procedure
Door Glass - LH - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove door inner belt glass seal (refer to procedure)
Remove adhesive patches (x3) from glass access openings.
Remove screws (x2) securing door access panel (torque 4 Nm).
Remove access panel.
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