Tesla Model S: Latch - Hood (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the front underhood apron (refer to procedure).
- Remove the front fascia applique (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect the harness from the LH side of the latch.
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the latch to the crossmember
(torque 10 Nm).
Note: Image shown with harness
connected.
- Carefully lift the latch assembly and disconnect the hood latch
cables (x2).
- Remove the latch assembly from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Apply approximately 0.1 grams of RheoGel TEK676 grease
to both of the areas shown.
Front
latch |
Rear latch |
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Removal
Open the hood for access.
Carefully release the clips (x14) that secure the hoodliner to
the hood.
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection
must be
Removal
Open the liftgate.
Support the liftgate in the open position.
Remove the RH C-post upper trim (refer to procedure).
Release the RH rear corner of the headlining from the b
Removal
Open liftgate.
Support liftgate in open position.
Release clip securing gas strut to body.
Disconnect gas s
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Removal
Remove the front door mirror assembly (refer to procedure).
Carefully release the quarter glass from the seal and frame.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Add Nitrogen to the Air Reservoir System
Warning: Wear eye protection while performing this
procedure.
Caution: Tesla recommends using a nitrogen refill kit to
refill the air suspension reservoir. Do not use shop air, which
might contain contaminants that could damage the