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,
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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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Wiper Blades - Adjust
If the wiper blades streak or chatter during cycling, perform the following:
Use the touchscreen to set the wipers to Service Mode.
Clean the wiper blades thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol wipes or
equivalent.
Clean the windshield thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol wipes or
equivalent. Ch
Headlight Assembly - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove front fascia for access (refer to procedure)
Disconnect headlight connectors (x2).
Remove bolts (x4) securing headlight to carrier and fender
(torque 4 Nm).
Note: LH wheel arch lin
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