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Brakes - Brake Discs and Calipers - Rear Brake Rotors - Calipers and Pads - RR Brake Rotors, Base Cast Iron, LH - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See RAISE VEHICLE - 2 STANDS .
  2. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  3. Place the vehicle into "Towing" mode.
  4. Remove the LH rear wheel. See WHEEL ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND INSTALL .
  5. Disconnect the LH rear EPB caliper connector.
    G16603073Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  6. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear caliper to the LH rear knuckle, remove the caliper from the knuckle, and allow the caliper to hang from an S-hook.

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

    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • External Torx E18
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    G16603074Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  7. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub.
    NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    G16603075Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  8. Remove the LH rear rotor from the vehicle.
    NOTE: Store the rotor face down to reduce likelihood of damage to the rotor face.
    G16603076Courtesy of TESLA, INC.