Tesla Model S: Assembly - Hood Latch Cover (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Open the hood for access.
- Remove the lower carpet from the underhood storage area.
- Gently lift up on the hood seal and remove the push pins (x2)
that secure the hood latch cover to crossmember.
- Carefully release the hood latch cover and disconnect the lamp
and hood switch harness connectors.
- Remove the hood latch cover assembly.
- Depress the clips and remove the lamp holder and hood release
switch from the trim panel.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Lamp - Underhood Storage Area (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove frunk hood latch cover (refer to procedure)
Installation
Installation procedure reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove the 'C' post rear trim (refer to procedure).
Remove the trunk sill panel.
Remove the trunk side garnish
Removal
Remove the 'C' post rear trim. (refer to procedure)
Remove the trunk side garnish trim.
Remove the trunk floor
Removal
Open the rear liftgate for access.
Release the tethers (x2) and clips (x2) that secure the trunk
cover to the body.
Remove the trunk cover.
Release the handle and remo
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Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
Removal
Position vehicle for access to front doors.
Cover dash assembly to avoid damage.
Caution: Make sure the touch screen is fully
protected.
Working from passenger side, carefully release clips (x5)
securing RH and LH mirror finishers.