Tesla Model S: Latch - Hood - Secondary (RWD) (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the front underhood apron (refer to procedure).
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the secondary latch to the
crossmember (torque 10 Nm).
Caution: Care must be taken to avoid fasteners falling into
open cavity.
- Carefully release the secondary latch assembly and then rotate
to access the harness connection.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Disconnect the harness from the latch.
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic
to aid clarity.
- Remove the latch assembly from the vehicle.
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Apply approximately 0.06 grams of RheoGel TEK676 grease to
the areas shown.
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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
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
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Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Depressure the air suspension system (refer to procedure).
In the front left wheel well, remove the front portion of the
lower wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
Release the fitting from the front left air spring (
Caution: Perform this procedure while using the proper anti-electrostatic
discharge equipment. Refer to TN-14-92-003, "Electrostatic Discharge
Tooling".
Removal
Remove the transmitter battery.
Hold the transmitter in one hand. Place the blade of a flat
screwdriver or si