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Model 3 Front brake pads Install Guide
Your Model 3
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This page covers the US Model 3.
Fresh pads
Medium$41–$601 hr
Why do it
Keeps the front brakes strong.
Tools you'll need
- Jack and 4 jack stands
- Socket set
- C-clamp or piston tool
- Brake grease
- Brake cleaner
- Torque wrench
Starting out? See our budget tool list.
Parts to buy
- R1 Concepts ceramic front pads Lists the 2017-2023 Model 3.Fits 2018–2023
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Before you start
- Pump the pedal until it's firm before you drive. Never let the caliper hang by its hose.
Steps
Pull the old pads
- Pull the pins and old pads.
Clean it up
- Clean with brake cleaner and grease the pins.
Refit it all
- Fit the pads and pins.
How to know it worked
- Brake pedal is firm before the car moves.
- Bed the new pads in with several firm stops.
- No grinding or squealing.
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Safety first
- Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
- Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
- Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
- Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
- Wear safety glasses.
- If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.
Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.
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