Tesla Model S: Shield - Dust - Brake - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
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Remove the rear hub (refer
to procedure).
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Remove the screws (x3) that secure the rear
brake dust shield to the knuckle (torque 8 Nm).
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Remove the rear brake dust shield.
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Note: Clean the
affected areas before installation.
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Procedure
Remove the front hub assembly
(refer to procedure).
Install the dust shield using the 2 existing
holes in the knuckle (torque 8 Nm).
Note: This procedure
applies to vehicles with the vacuum brake booster only. If the
vehicle has the electromechanical brake booster assembly, the
master cylinder and reservoir assembly
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 bo
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Removal
Remove the B-pillar lower trim (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the impact sensor harness connector.
Remove the bolt that secures the impact sensor to the B-pillar
(torque 8 Nm).
Caution: The bolt is left-hand threaded / reverse
threaded.
Add Nitrogen to the Air Reservoir System
Warning: Wear eye protection while performing this
procedure.
Caution: Tesla recommends using a nitrogen refill kit to
refill the air suspension reservoir. Do not use shop air, which
might contain contaminants that could damage the