Tesla Model S: Acoustic Panel - Hood (Remove and Replace)
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 worn when performing this operation.
- Remove the hoodliner from the hood.
- Carefully release the clips (x6) that secure the acoustic panel
to the hood.
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection
must be worn when performing this operation.
- Remove the acoustic panel from the hood.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for
the following:
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
Note: Use new clips when installing the acoustic
panel and hoodliner.
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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
Removal
Open liftgate and secure at working height.
Remove liftgate trim (refer to procedure)
Disconnect wiring harness connector.
Remove screws (x2) securing liftgate latch assem
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Removal
Remove the driver's air bag (refer to procedure).
Position the wheels straight ahead. Mark the steering wheel
relative position to the column.
Remove and discard the bolt that secures the steering wheel to
the column (torque 80 Nm).
Remove the steering wheel.
Installation
Use the adhesive scraper to remove the excess urethane from the
body.
Temporarily reconnect the CHMSL to the harness in the center of
the liftgate and have an assistant depress the brake pedal. Ensure
that the CHMSL lights up properly. If any of the LEDs have be