Tesla Model 3: Brake Lines - Master Cylinder to ABS - Remove

 

SPECIAL TOOLS

Flare nut crowfoot set (1079041-00-A)

Remove

Caution: Brake fluid dissolves paint. Have clean towels and plenty of water standing by to wash spilled brake fluid off painted surfaces.

Note: Dispose of used brake fluid in a manner consistent with local environmental codes.

1. Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
2. Remove the battery bracket. See Bracket - 12V Battery (RWD) (Remove and Replace).

 

3. Remove the bolts that attach the shock tower brace to the body, and slide the LH side of the brace forward to allow access to the ABS unit fittings.

 

4. Disconnect the electrical harness from the ABS unit connector.

 

5. Release the clips (x3) that attach the LH front electrical harness to the LH front frame rail.

 

6. Remove and discard the bolts (x3) that attach the LH front electrical harness ground straps to the LH shock tower, and then move the electrical harness aside.
7. Position the oil drain under the ABS unit.

 

8. Remove the brake line tube nuts from the ABS unit, and allow the fluid to drain.

 

9. Release the clip that attaches the brake lines to the ABS unit.

 

10. Release the clip that attaches the electrical harness to the brake line at the master cylinder.
11. Position the oil drain under the brake booster.

 

12. Remove the brake line tube nuts from the master cylinder, and allow the fluid to drain.

 

13. Release the clips that attach the brake lines to the body.
14. Remove the brake lines from the vehicle.

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