Tesla Model S: Actuator - Latch - Hood - LH (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the ankle catcher (refer to procedure).
- Remove the LH and RH condenser ducts (refer to procedure).
- Remove the plastic rivets (x3) that secure the center louver
assembly.
Note: The following image shows the center
louver assembly from the rear.
- Carefully release the radiator assembly and let it hang down.
Note: This allows access to the screws
(x2) that secure the actuator.
- Remove the hood latch cable (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the actuator.
- Remove the screws (x2) that secure the actuator (torque 2.5 Nm).
- Remove the actuator from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Open hood.
Support hood in open position.
Release clip securing gas strut to body.
Disconnect gas strut fro
Removal
Open the hood for access.
If the vehicle is rear wheel drive (RWD), remove the clips (x6)
that secure the acoustic panel to the hood and carefully peel back
the acoustic p
Removal
Remove the hood latch cover (refer to procedure).
Remove the nuts (x2) that secure the latch assembly to the
crossmember (torque 16 Nm).
Release the latch assembly from th
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WARNING: Extreme hazard! Do not seat a child on
the front passenger seat even if you are using a
child safety seat. This seat has an airbag in front of
it. Although this airbag is disabled when Model S
detects a lightweight passenger, do not rely on
technology to protect your child.
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Removal
Position the vehicle for access to the tailgate.
Open the tailgate to working height.
Carefully release the clips (x4) that secure the upper trim to
the tailgate.
Caution: Replace any broken clips.