Tesla Model S: Latch - Hood (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Closures / 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 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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