Tesla Model S: Switch - Brake Light (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the driver's side lower dash trim (refer to procedure).
- Rotate the brake light switch 45 degrees clockwise and release
it from the brake pedal assembly.
Caution: The brake light switch is a one time use
component. Ensure that a new switch is used during
reinstallation.
Caution: Do not push or pull the brake pedal assembly
while removing the brake light switch.
- Disconnect the brake light switch connector.
- Discard the brake light switch.
Installation
Caution: Ensure that the clevis pin is properly secured before
reinstalling the brake switch.
- Position the brake light switch into the pedal. Rotate the
switch 45 degrees counter clockwise to secure it.
Caution: Do not push or pull the brake pedal assembly
while installing the brake light switch.
- Connect the brake light switch connector.
Caution: The brake light switch is a one time use
component. Ensure that a new switch is used during
reinstallation.
- Press and release the brake pedal to turn on the drive rails.
- Verify the correct operation of the brake lights.
- Reinstall the components removed for access.
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Removal
Remove the brake light switch (refer to procedure).
Caution: The brake light switch is a one time use
component. Ensure that a new switch is used durin
Removal
Remove the driver's footwell cover:
Left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles: Refer to
procedure.
Right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles: Refer to
procedure.
Removal
Remove the RH lower instrument panel (refer to procedure)
Remove the lower glove box panel by releasing the trim clips
(x6).
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Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Before installing the mounting bolts, ensure that the
mounting bracket holes are aligned with the threaded nut inserts
behind the body panel. If the nut insert does not al
Model S monitors the markers on the lane you are
driving in as well as the surrounding areas for the
presence of vehicles or other objects.
When an object is detected in your blind spot or near
the side of Model S (such as a vehicle, guard rail, etc.),
the instrument panel displays colored line