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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Remove IP carrier (refer to procedure)
Disconnect duct temperature sensor harness connector.
Remove screw securing duct to HVAC assembly and position duct
aside (torque 1 Nm).
Disconnect actuator harness
Raise
Position the vehicle centrally between the lift posts.
Warning: To avoid personal injury, use
appropriate equipment when performing this
operation.
Note: Vehicles with air suspension might
need the suspension to be