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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Foam - Cushion - Driver's Seat (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Note: This component cannot be serviced
individually. To service this component, perform the
following:
Replace the driver's seat trim and foam assembly (refer to
procedure).
Installation
To adjust Model S based on a
driver's
profile, touch the driver profile icon at the
top of the Controls screen. Then choose
the driver, and Model S is adjusted based
on the settings that have been saved to the
chosen driver profile. See Using Tesla
Profiles to learn more about
saving profil