Brakes (Tesla)

What are the most common reasons to have to service a Tesla brakes?

• They wear out quickly.

• Because of noise and pulsation.

• Brake failure because of over-use.

• Tesla's do not have brakes.

What is the typical reason that the Tesla brake system makes noise?

• Due to corrosion between the steel backing plate on the brake pads and the aluminum of the caliper.

• Tesla's are very quite and you are able to hear the brakes easier because there is no engine noise.

• The electric brakes are inherently noisier than hydraulic brakes.

• Because they are in regeneration mode.

All of the following are true EXCEPT:

• Before working on the Tesla brakes you should obtain service information.

• Tesla service information is located at service.teslamotors.com for a fee.

• Anyone can access Tesla service information for a fee.

• Tesla information including torque specs can be found on youtube.

What is the most challenging part of servicing a Tesla?

• Lifting the vehicle , because of the battery.

• Wearing the high voltage PPE.

• The lack of professional aftermarket scan tools.

• Changing the engine oil.

The brakes and suspension system gets power from _____________

• The 400 volt electrical system.

• The 12 volt electrical system.

• The power comes from the regeneration process.

• It is solar powered from the moon.

It is a good idea to remove the smart key from the service bay because _____________________ .

• To prevent lose or damage to the key.

• The presence of the key might cause the ABS system to activate.

• To prevent unauthorized use of the vehicle.

• The key will cause the battery to run down.

Before disconnecting the twelve volt battery you should ____________________.

• Roll the driver side window down and use the touchscreen to disconnect power and disengage the parking brake.

• Make sure all doors and windows are closed and vehicle put in park with the e-brake applied.

• Put on high voltage gloves.

• Drink a monster energy drink so you will not get shocked.

Where are the lift points at on the Tesla model S?

• Lift on the battery.

• You cannot lift a Tesla model S because of the battery.

• From the rails next to the skirts that are designed for lifting the vehicle.

• From the pinch welds and leaf spring mounts.

Before lifting the Tesla Model S you should ________________.

• Put the car in tow mode or jacking mode.

• Roll driver side window down.

• Disconnect the 12v battery in the "frunk". Disable air suspension.

• All the above

What are the proper methods to bleed the Tesla Model S brakes?

• Pressure bleeding set at 30 psi or manually bleeding brakes with an assistant.

• They do not need bleeding they are electric.

• They can ONLY be bled using a scan tool.

• Remove the bandage and check for bleeding if so apply pressure.