Tesla Model S: Module - Electric Park Brake - EPB (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the RH side trunk trim (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect the harness connectors (x2) from the electric park
brake (EPB) module.
- Disconnect the harness connections (x2) from the liftgate
control module.
- Remove the nuts (x4) that secure the bracket to the wheelhouse
studs (torque 3 Nm).
- Remove the bracket and modules assembly.
- Remove the nuts and bolts (x3) that secure the modules to the
bracket (torque 2 Nm).
- Remove the EPB module from the bracket.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Use Toolbox to update or redeploy the firmware:
- If the vehicle is not running the latest firmware, run
the "Vehicle Firmware Update" procedure.
- If the vehicle is running the latest firmware, run the
"Firmware Redeploy" procedure.
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Removal
Remove the body control module (BCM) (refer to procedure)
Remove the 4 bolts and 1 nut that secure the sunroof controller
mounting bracket to the body (torque 8 Nm).
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shat
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shat
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Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
Note: If possible, use the
"From Below" procedure to remove and replace the front drive unit
(refer to procedure).
Removal
Remove the front drive unit
(refer to procedure).
Transfer Components
Drain the coolant from the old drive unit.
Release the 2 bolts that s