Tesla Model 3: Brake Pads - Burnishing
Tesla Model 3 2017-2025 Service Manual / Brakes / Brake Discs and Calipers / Brake Pads - Burnishing
Warning: Be sure to comply with all local traffic safety laws and only perform maneuvers in a suitable location where such activity is legal, with little to no traffic
Procedure
- On the touchscreen, touch Controls→ Driving → Regenerative Braking → Low.
- Drive the vehicle at approximately 50 mph - 55 mph (80 kph - 90 km/h) on a straight road.
- Apply moderate, consistent pressure to the brake pedal to slowly deaccelerate the vehicle, releasing at 10 mph (15 km/h).
- Repeat this procedure 6 times, waiting at least 30 seconds between applications.
- Return the regenerative braking to the previous state, if necessary,
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Brake Pad Kit - Front (Base Brakes) (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the LH front wheel. See
Wheel (Remove and Install).
Remove the brake pad retaining pins that attach the anti-rattle spring
from the LH front brake caliper.
Remove the front
Brake Pad Kit - Front (Sport Brakes)- Remove
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2
Post Lift.
Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel (Remove and
Install).
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Panel - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Install) -
Install
Install
Inspect the condition of the LH rear door and the LH rear door trim
panel. Replace any broken clips and repair any damage.
Bring the trim panel to the door, and rest it on the door edge.
Fasten the clip that attaches the electrical wiring harness to the trim
panel.
Connect
Power Socket 12V - Center Console (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Remove the center console decor trim. See Decor Trim - Center Console (Remove
and Replace).
Remove the screws and release the tabs that attach LH and RH bright
strips to the center console, and then remove the strips from
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