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,
c
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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Oil Seal - Differential to Driveshaft Assembly - LH (Remove and Replace)
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1051509-00-A
Output Seal Installation Tool
Tesla
1052583-00-A
Hub - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Special tool(s) required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1062500-00-A
Magnetic Field Viewing Card
Tesla
1082171-00-A
S-hook
Warning: If
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