Tesla Model X Owners & Service Manuals

Tesla Model X: Latch - Hood (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model X 2015-2025 Service Manual / Closures / Latch - Hood (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove the front underhood apron (refer to procedure).
  2. Release both hood latch cables (x2) from the latch assembly.

     Latch - Hood (Remove and Replace)

  3. Disconnect the harness connector from the LH side of the latch assembly.

     Latch - Hood (Remove and Replace)

  4. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the latch to the front end module (FEM) (torque 10 Nm).

     Latch - Hood (Remove and Replace)

  5. Remove the latch assembly from the vehicle.
Installation

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

  • Apply approximately 0.1 grams of RheoGel TEK676 grease to both of the areas shown.
    Front latch Rear latch