Tesla Model 3: Brake Rotor - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
SPECIAL TOOLS
Tool, Caliper Spreader, Model 3 (1134786-00-A)
Remove
- Raise the vehicle and remove the front LH wheel. See
Wheel (Remove and Install).
- Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front brake hose bracket to the LH
front knuckle.
- Remove the bolts that attach the LH front caliper to the LH front
knuckle, remove the caliper from the knuckle, and allow the caliper to hang
from an S-hook.
Torque 94 Nm
- Use the caliper spreader tool to push the caliper pistons to the fully
open position.
- Remove the bolt that attaches the brake rotor to the hub, and then
remove the brake rotor from the hub.
Torque 5 Nm
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
- Press the brake pedal at least 5 times to seat the pads against the
rotor.
Warning: Always check that the brake pads are seated correctly
before driving the vehicle
-
Use Toolbox to check the braking system.
-
Perform a road test using a series of panic stops to make sure there is
proper pedal feel and brake performance.
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Tool, Caliper Spreader, Model 3 (1134786-00-A)
Remove
Raise the vehicle and remove the LH rear wheel. See
Wheel (Remove and Install).
Use Toolbox to place the vehicle into EPB Serv
Remove
Note: This procedure is applicable to both Model 3 base and sport
brake dust shields.
Remove the LH front brake rotor. See
Brake Rotor - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the b
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Remove
Remove the RH front door trim panel. See
Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
Remove the puddle light electrical connector from the RH front door trim
panel.
Release the clips that attach the front passenger window switch
electrical harness to the RH front d
Remove
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and
Replace).
Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and
Replace).
Remove the hood latch cover. See Cover - Hood Latch (Remove and
Replace).
Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhoo