Tesla Model S: Master Cylinder (Remove and Replace)
Note: This procedure
applies to vehicles with the vacuum brake booster only. If the
vehicle has the electromechanical brake booster assembly, the
master cylinder is part of the brake booster assembly. Refer to
procedure 33031402
(refer to procedure).
Removal
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Remove master cylinder and reservoir assembly
(refer to procedure)
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Release reservoir to master cylinder fixing
lugs (x4).
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Release reservoir from master cylinder
connections (x2) and remove.
Note: Place
suitable absorbent material around the affected area to
absorb any possible fluid spillage.
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Remove and discard seals (x2) from master
cylinder.
Caution: Replace
master cylinder seals.
Installation
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Installation procedure reverse of removal,
except for the following:
Warning: Only use
cleaning agents and solvents in a well-ventilated area.
Note: Clean the
affected areas before installation.
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Bleed brakes
(refer to procedure)
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Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the front LH wheel
(refer
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the rear wheel arch liner
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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Jacking Procedure
Follow the steps below to lift Model S. Ensure that any
non-Tesla repair facility is aware of these lifting points.
1. Position Model S centrally between the lift posts.
2. If your Model S is equipped with air suspension, it
automatically self-levels, even when power is off (see
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1000991
Axle Extractor
Note: Use 1000991 for a large drive unit only.