Tesla Model S: Latch - Hood - Primary (RWD) (Remove and Replace)
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 the studs, then lower and
disconnect the harness connector.
- Disconnect the hood release cable from the latch.
- Remove the primary latch assembly from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove the front underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the secondary latch to the
crossmember (torque 10 Nm).
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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.
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
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Note: Make sure at least 14 L of the specified coolant is
available before beginning this procedure.
Caution: Use the specified coolant only. In this manual, refer
to General Information > Capacities, Fluids, and Lubricants >
Fluids.
Refill
Use Toolbox to prep
While sitting inside Model S, you can lock and unlock all
doors and trunks by touching the lock icon in Controls.
The
icon changes to indicate whether
doors are locked or unlocked.
Driver Door Unlock Mode
Enabling Controls > Locks > Driver Door Unlock Mode
only unlocks the driver door whe