Tesla Model 3: Cover - Hood Latch (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Open the hood.
- Release the clips that attach the hood latch cover to the body.
Tip: Grab the cover from the bottom, and then pull it
upward to release the clips.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the child safety switch
connector, and then remove the cover from the vehicle.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Remove
Remove the hood latch cover. See
Cover - Hood Latch (Remove and Replace).
Release the clips that attach the child safety switch to the hood latch
cover, and remove the switch from
Remove
Open the rear trunk.
Lift up the trunk floor trim and remove it from the vehicle.
Tip:
Use the pull tab located at the rear edge of the trunk floor trim.
Install
Installation pr
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Remove
Open all doors and lower all windows
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Move the driver seat and front passenger seat fully rearward.
Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Open the armrest.
Remove
Install
Use an IPA wipe to clean the area around the openings where the flood
ports were removed.
Install a 2nd generation flood port into the opening at the LH underside
of the HV battery penthouse.
Note: Press up firmly to fully seat the flood port and fasten the
clips (x8) internally