Hood - Remove and Replace: Install

Tip: For instructions on how to align the hood, refer to HOOD ALIGNMENT .

1. Install the hood plugs on the new hood.

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2. Install the LH and RH bump stops on the new hood.

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3. Position the LH and RH hood strut brackets on the new hood, and then tighten the nuts that attach the brackets to the hood.

   15 N.m (11.1 ft-lbs) 

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4. Position the hood striker on the new hood, and then hand tighten the bolts that attach the striker to the hood.
5. With assistance, position the hood on the vehicle, and then hand tighten the nuts that attach the LH and RH hood hinges to the hood.

   RH shown, LH similar.

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6. Support the hood with a hood prop.
7. Position the LH and RH hood gas struts on the LH and RH hood hinges, and then install the clips that attach the struts to the hinges.

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8. Carefully close the hood, and then check hood fitment.
9. Perform gap and flush adjustments on the hood assembly, if necessary.
10. Tighten the nuts that attach the hood assembly to the LH and RH hood hinges.

    15 N.m (11.1 ft-lbs) 

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11. Tighten the bolts that attach the hood striker to the hood assembly.

    18 N.m (13.3 ft-lbs) 

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12. Clean the LH and RH hood hinge bolts and the surrounding area with isopropyl alcohol (IPA), and then let dry for at least 1 minute.
13. If necessary, apply touch up paint matching the vehicle's body color to the LH and RH hood hinge studs/nuts.
14. For China, Japan and Korea only: Install a new motor ID label on the hood.

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15. Clean the front of the hood with IPA, and then install a front Tesla badge. See TESLA BADGE - FRONT (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .