Hood - Remove And Install: Remove

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Open the LH front door and fully lower the LH front window.
Open the hood.
Use a telescoping hood prop to support the hood.
Use tape to mark the mounting locations of the LH and RH hood hinges on the hood.
With assistance, remove the nuts that attach the hood to the RH hood hinge.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm deep socket
- 3 in extension
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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With assistance, remove the nuts that attach the hood to the LH hood hinge, and then remove the hood from the vehicle and place on a padded surface.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm deep socket
- 3 in extension
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Courtesy of TESLA, INC.