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Latch - Hood (Single Actuator System) - Remove and Replace: Remove

NOTE: If the hood latch does not open electronically, use the manual front trunk tool to open the hood. See https://serviceinnovation.teslamotors.com/tool-profiles-index/TP_1130534-00-A_TOOL,%20FRUNK%20RELEASE,%20MANUAL,%20MODEL%203.pdf.
  1. Remove the hood latch cover. See COVER - HOOD LATCH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  2. Release the hood latch actuator cable from the hood latch.
    NOTE: Release the clip before removing the actuator cable from the latch arm.
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  3. Disconnect the electrical harness from the hood latch connector.
    CAUTION: DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
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  4. Mark the location of the hood latch with a paint pen or masking tape.
  5. Remove the bolts that attach the hood latch to the front end carrier, and then remove the latch from the vehicle.

    8 N.m (5.9 ft-lbs) 

    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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