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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.
Remove
- Open the hood.
- Remove the LH and RH hood sprung bumpers. See Bumper - Sprung - Hood (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the LH and RH and overslam
bumpers.
NoteUnscrew the overslam bumper counterclockwise.
- Remove the hood striker. See Striker - Hood (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the hood aero seal. See Aero Seal - Hood (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the
hood to the LH hood hinge.
Note13 mm. Torque 24 Nm.
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Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the
hood to the RH hood hinge.
Note13 mm. Torque 24 Nm.
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With an assistant, remove the hood
from the vehicle and place it on a padded surface.
Install
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With an assistant, install the
hood.
NotePosition the two threaded studs on each side of the hood into the LH and RH hinges.
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Hand tighten the nuts (x4) that attach
the hood to the LH and RH hood hinges.
NoteSecure the nuts enough to hold the hood while loose enough to make adjustments, if needed.NoteTightening of the nuts will be performed later in this procedure.
- Install the hood aero seal. See Aero Seal - Hood (Remove and Replace).
- Install the hood striker. See Striker - Hood (Remove and Replace).
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Install the LH and RH overslam
bumpers
NoteInstall the overslam bumpers clockwise.
- Install the LH and RH hood sprung bumpers. See Bumper - Sprung - Hood (Remove and Replace).
- Close the hood.
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Check the hood gap/flush fit between
body panels and headlights and adjust as necessary.
NoteRefer to CVIS for inspection standards.
- Open the hood.
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Tighten the nuts (x4) that attach the
hood to the LH and RH hood hinges.
Note13 mm. Torque 24 Nm.
- Close the hood.