Tesla Model 3: Master Cylinder and Reservoir Assembly - Remove

SPECIAL TOOLS

Flare nut crowfoot set (1079041-00-A)

Remove

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

1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
2. Remove all 4 wheels. See Wheel (Remove and Install).
3. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
4. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
5. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
6. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
7. Remove the hood latch cover. See Cover - Hood Latch (Remove and Replace).
8. Remove the underhood storage unit carpet. See Carpet - Underhood Storage (Remove and Install).
9. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
10. Remove the wiper arms. See Wiper Arms (Remove and Replace).
11. Remove the LH and RH shock tower covers. See Cover - Shock Tower - LH (Remove and Replace).
12. Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).

13. Disconnect the electrical connector from the brake fluid reservoir.

14. Place absorbent towels under the brake fluid reservoir.

15. Clean the area around the brake fluid reservoir, and then remove the brake fluid reservoir cap.
16. Use a brake fluid syringe to remove the brake fluid from the reservoir.
17. Install the brake fluid reservoir cap.

18. Loosen the nuts that attach the brake lines to the booster, and then slide the nuts back on the brake lines.

19. Remove the nuts that attach the master cylinder to the brake booster.

20. Remove the master cylinder and reservoir assembly from the vehicle. Note: Make sure the master cylinder o-ring is also removed.

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