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Brake Rotors - Rear - Set - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift .
  2. Remove both rear wheels. See Wheel (Remove and Install) .
  3. Use Toolbox to place the vehicle into EPB Service Mode. See Park Brake Caliper - Release - Toolbox .
  4. Disconnect the EPB harness connector from the LH caliper motor.
    CAUTION: Push the red locking tab into the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
    G15104128Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  5. Remove the bolts that attach the LH rear brake caliper to the LH rear knuckle and hang the caliper from the body of the vehicle using an S-hook.
    G15104129Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15104130Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  6. If installed, remove and discard the bolt that attaches the LH rear rotor to the knuckle assembly.
    NOTE: A new bolt will not be installed.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm socket
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  7. Repeat step  4 through step  6 for the RH side of the vehicle.