2021-05-27

Hood (Remove and Install)

Correction code 10100301 0.18 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so.NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Remove

  1. Remove the LH and RH hood gas struts. See Gas Strut - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Use tape to mark the mounting locations of the LH and RH hood hinges on the hood.
  3. With an assistant, remove the nuts that attach the hood assembly to the LH and RH hood hinges.
  4. With an assistant, remove the hood assembly from the vehicle and place it on a padded surface.

Install

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For instructions on how to align the hood, refer to Hood Alignment.
  1. With an assistant, install the hood assembly onto the vehicle and align the tape marks with the hood hinges.
  2. Loosely install the nuts that attach the hood assembly to the LH and RH hood hinges, but do not tighten the nuts at this time.
  3. Use a prop to attach the hood assembly in the open position.
  4. Install the clips that attach the LH and RH hood gas struts to the hood assembly.
  5. Perform gap and flush adjustments on the hood assembly, if necessary.
  6. Tighten the nuts that attach the hood assembly to the LH and RH hood hinges, and then remove the tape used to mark the hood hinge mounting locations.
    15 Nm (11.1 lbs-ft)