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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Removal
Open the hood for access.
Carefully release the clips (x14) that secure the hoodliner to
the hood.
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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).
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Removal
Open liftgate.
Support liftgate in open position.
Release clip securing gas strut to body.
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Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed
position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
door glass shatter.
Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply,
ensure that the driver's door window
Neutral
Neutral allows Model S to roll freely when you are not
pressing the brake pedal. To shift into Neutral, do any of
the following:
Open Controls, then press and hold the Neutral icon
on the drive mode strip until Model S engages
Neutral.
Choose Neutral from the drive mode selector on th
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