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Tesla Model 3: Brake Pads - Burnishing

Brake Pads - Burnishing

Warning: Be sure to comply with all local traffic safety laws and only perform maneuvers in a suitable location where such activity is legal, with little to no traffic

Procedure

  1. On the touchscreen, touch Controls Driving Regenerative Braking Low.
  2. Drive the vehicle at approximately 50 mph - 55 mph (80 kph - 90 km/h) on a straight road.
  3. Apply moderate, consistent pressure to the brake pedal to slowly deaccelerate the vehicle, releasing at 10 mph (15 km/h).
  4. Repeat this procedure 6 times, waiting at least 30 seconds between applications.
  5. Return the regenerative braking to the previous state, if necessary,

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