Tesla Model 3: Brake Lines - Rear - LH to Sill (Remove and Replace)

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. Remove the LH rear wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
2. Position the oil drain under the brake line junction block.

3. Remove the brake line tube nut from the junction block, and allow the fluid to drain.
4. Position the oil drain under the rear LH brake hose.

5. Remove the brake line tube nut from the brake hose at the jounce hose bracket, and allow the fluid to drain.

6. Release the clips that attach the brake line to the body, and then remove the brake line from the vehicle.

Install

1. Install the brake line to the body, and then fasten the clips that attach the brake line to the body.

3. Insert the brake line into the junction block, and then use a crowfoot extension to install the brake line tube nut into the junction block. Torque 16 Nm
4. Bleed the brake line for the rear LH caliper. See Brake Fluid Bleed - One Caliper.
5. Install the LH rear wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

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