Remove Stones/Debris from the Brake Shield
If you suddenly hear a squeaking, grinding, or scraping sound from the vehicle's brakes or wheels while driving (even at very low speeds), it is likely that a stone or debris has become lodged between the brake rotor and the brake shield.
The sound is caused by stones or debris scraping against the brake rotors as they rotate with the wheel. This situation does not affect braking performance, but you should remove the stone or debris as soon as possible.
Remove stones or debris from the brake shield:
Warning: If the vehicle has been driven recently, the brake components may be hot. Avoid personal injury by not touching hot brake components.
- Put the vehicle in Park.
- Wear a glove and gently press on the top, sides, and bottom of the brake shield until the stone or debris falls out.
Caution: Avoid using tools or objects that could damage the brake shield or wheel. Do not press too hard on the brake shield to prevent it from bending permanently.
- Repeat steps 2–3 on the other brake shields as necessary.
- Ensure that the noise is no longer heard.
Note: If you were unable to remove the stone or debris with the above procedure, you can try driving slowly and alternating between driving forward and reversing (drive forward for a few seconds, stop, and then drive slowly backward for a few seconds). Repeat this several times or until the noise is no longer heard. Make sure to do this in a safe area and be aware of your surroundings. If the noise persists, you can use the mobile app to contact Tesla or schedule a service appointment.
