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Hood Hinges And Fittings - Active Hood Hinge, LH - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Position the LH hood hinge into the vehicle.
  2. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH hood hinge to the body.

    24 N.m (17.7 lbs-ft) 

    NOTE: Use the masking tape to aid in alignment. Adjust the hood hinge as needed.
    NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    WARNING: The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
    G16588019Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  3. Remove the masking tape from the LH hinge location.
  4. With an assistant, install the hood. See HOOD ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  5. Install the wiper motor. See ELECTRICAL - WIPERS AND WASHER - WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND MOTOR - WIPER MODULE - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  6. Install the cowl screen panel. See UNDERHOOD TRIM - ASSEMBLY, COWL SCREEN, LHD - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  7. Install the LH and RH shock tower covers. See UNDERHOOD TRIM - SHOCK TOWER COVER LH - REMOVE AND INSTALL .
  8. Install the LH and RH hood hinge covers. See HOOD HINGES AND FITTINGS - HOOD HINGE COVER LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE 
  9. Install the LH and RH wiper arms and blades. See ELECTRICAL - WIPERS AND WASHERS - WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND MOTOR - WIPER ARM DR - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  10. Install the underhood storage unit. See EXTERIOR FITTINGS - LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM - FRONT LUGGAGE STORAGE COMPARTMENT - FRUNK ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  11. Install the access panel. See FRONT BUMPER FASCIA - ASSEMBLY, ACCESS PANEL - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  12. Install the cabin intake duct. See CABIN HVAC - HVAC, FRESH AIR GUTTER, ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  13. Install the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD TRIM - REAR APRON ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .