Left Hand Active Hood Hinge for Tesla Model 3 (2021) — 1643845-00-A

Left Hand Active Hood Hinge for Tesla Model 3 (2021) — 1643845-00-A

Estimated Delivery:Sep 16 - Sep 20
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Premium replacement left hand active hood hinge for Tesla Model 3 (2021), part number 1643845-00-A. This critical safety component automatically raises the rear of the hood upon pedestrian impact to reduce head injuries. VERIFY VIN & YEAR. COWL REMOVAL, 24 NM TORQUE & SYSTEM RESET MANDATORY. Professional installation required.

OEM Part Number: 1643845-00-A
Fitment: Tesla Model 3 (2021, Verify VIN)
Position: Left Hand (Driver Side)
Type: Active Hood Hinge (Pedestrian Protection)
Condition: Brand New

⚠️ Installation & Safety Warning: Replacing the active hood hinge requires cowl removal and system reset. CRITICAL:

Cowl Removal: MUST remove cowl panel & wiper arms. DO NOT FORCE HINGE WITH CONNECTOR ATTACHED.
Torque Specs: ALL 4 BOLTS 24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft). USE 13 MM SOCKET & TORQUE WRENCH. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
System Reset: MUST perform “ACTIVE HOOD SYSTEM RESET” via SERVICE MODE. NO RESET = WARNING LIGHT / SYSTEM FAILURE.
One-Time Use: NEVER REUSE TRIGGERED HINGE. INTERNAL MECHANISM IS SINGLE-USE ONLY.
Professional Only: NOT A DIY PART. Improper installation = PEDestrian SAFETY FAILURE / HOOD DAMAGE.