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Tesla Model 3: Gas Strut - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace)

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Gas Strut - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace)

Remove

Gas Strut - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace)

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Use a prop to attach the hood assembly in the open position.
  3. Release the clip that attaches the hood gas strut to the hood mount.

Gas Strut - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace)

  1. Release the clip that attaches the hood gas strut to the body mount, and then remove the hood gas strut from the vehicle.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  • Lubricate the pivot points for the hood gas strut.
  • The rod end of the hood gas strut mounts to the body and the body side of the hood gas strut mounts to the hood assembly.

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