2024-05-30

Hood Assembly (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10100302 0.30 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

Remove

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the LH and RH hood sprung bumpers. See Bumper - Sprung - Hood (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH and RH and overslam bumpers.
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    Note
    Unscrew the overslam bumper counterclockwise.
  4. Remove the hood striker. See Striker - Hood (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the hood aero seal. See Aero Seal - Hood (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the hood to the LH hood hinge.
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    Note
    13 mm. Torque 24 Nm.
  7. Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the hood to the RH hood hinge.
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    Note
    13 mm. Torque 24 Nm.
  8. With an assistant, remove the hood from the vehicle and place it on a padded surface.

Install

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CAUTION
If using this procedure to install an unpainted part, make sure to apply seam sealer to all seams prior to installing and painting the part. Refer to the Collision Repair manual for more information.
  1. With an assistant, install the hood.
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    Position the two threaded studs on each side of the hood into the LH and RH hinges.
  2. Hand tighten the nuts (x4) that attach the hood to the LH and RH hood hinges.
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    Secure the nuts enough to hold the hood while loose enough to make adjustments, if needed.
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    Tightening of the nuts will be performed later in this procedure.
  3. Install the hood aero seal. See Aero Seal - Hood (Remove and Replace).
  4. Install the hood striker. See Striker - Hood (Remove and Replace).
  5. Install the LH and RH overslam bumpers
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    Install the overslam bumpers clockwise.
  6. Install the LH and RH hood sprung bumpers. See Bumper - Sprung - Hood (Remove and Replace).
  7. Close the hood.
  8. Check the hood gap/flush fit between body panels and headlights and adjust as necessary.
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    Refer to CVIS for inspection standards.
  9. Open the hood.
  10. Tighten the nuts (x4) that attach the hood to the LH and RH hood hinges.
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    Note
    13 mm. Torque 24 Nm.
  11. Close the hood.