2025-03-12

Hood Striker (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1133040302 FRT 0.10 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Hood Striker (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x2) that attach the hood striker to the hood
18 Nm (13.3 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the hood.
  3. Use masking tape to mark the location of the hood striker on the hood assembly.
  4. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the hood striker to the hood, and then remove the striker from the hood.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket

Install

  1. Install the striker on to the hood, but do not fully torque the bolts.
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    Note
    Use the masking tape and hood indentations as a guide.
  2. Close the hood and use the gap and flush tool to verify alignment is within specification.
  3. Open the hood and adjust the striker position as necessary.
  4. Repeat step 2 and step 3 until alignment is satisfactory.
  5. Fully tighten the bolts.
    18 Nm (13.3 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  6. Remove the masking tape, and then close the hood.
  7. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.