Tesla Model S: Brake Caliper - Rear - Park Brake - LH (Remove and Replace)
Note: If the event of a
stuck caliper or motor failure, refer to one of these procedures to
release the caliper:
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Rear Park Brake Caliper - Caliper Seized/Motor Failure - Release
Caution: This method
requires replacing the caliper after it has been released.
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Park Brake Caliper - Release - Harness Tool - Through Calipers
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Park Brake Caliper - Release - Harness Tool - Through ECU
Removal
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Remove the brake pads from the caliper
(refer to procedure).
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Disconnect the electric parking brake caliper
harness connector.
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Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that secure
the caliper to the knuckle (torque 57 Nm).
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Remove the parking brake caliper.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal,
except for the following:
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Clean the affected areas before installation.
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After connecting the electric parking brake caliper harness,
wrap the connector seam with electrical tape to prevent dirt
ingress.
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Note: In the event of a
stuck caliper or motor failure, refer to one of these procedures to
release the caliper:
Rear Park Brake Caliper - Caliper Seized/Motor Failure - Release
Warning: Be sure to comply
with all local traffic safety laws and only perform such maneuvers in a
suitable location such as a nonresidential side street with little to no
traffic.
Caution:
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the underhood storage unit f
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Removal
Remove the LH lower 'B' post trim (refer to procedure).
Carefully release the clips (x4) that secure the 'B' post upper
trim to the body by gently pulling the lower edge away from the body
and releasing the top alignment dowel.
Caution: Take car
Removal
Open the hood for access.
Carefully release the clips (x14) that secure the hoodliner to
the hood.
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection
must be worn when performing this operation.