Tesla Model Y Hood Hinge Right 2020-2025 | OE 1496268-00-C

The Tesla Model Y Hood Hinge Right is a premium OEM-style replacement designed for the passenger-side hood mounting position on Legacy / Pre-Juniper Model Y vehicles, referenced to OE 1496268-00-C.

Product Overview

The right hood hinge anchors the hood to the body structure and creates the pivot path used during opening and closing. Its geometry directly affects hood height, front-edge position, fender gaps, and the relationship between the hood and latch system.

Front-corner impacts, hood over-extension, or deformation around the hinge mounting area can twist the original hinge and make panel alignment difficult. Replacing the damaged hinge helps technicians re-establish a stable hood mounting point before final gap adjustment, latch setup, and refinishing work.

Key Features

• OEM-Style Fitment: Manufactured around OE# 1496268-00-C mounting geometry.
• Right Side Application: Designed for the passenger-side hood hinge position.
• Hood Alignment Support: Helps restore correct hood height, panel gaps, and latch alignment.
• Smooth Pivot Function: Supports controlled hood opening and closing using the factory-style mounting layout.
• Collision Repair Application: Suitable for bent, twisted, impact-damaged, or worn hood hinge replacement.
• Direct Replacement Design: Uses factory-style body and hood mounting points for professional installation.
• Fast Local Shipping: Ships directly from our Vancouver, BC warehouse.
• Quality Warranty: Backed by UM Auto Supply’s 1-Year/30,000 KM Quality Warranty against manufacturing defects.

Specifications

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Important Installation Notes

• Professional body shop installation and panel alignment are recommended.
• Test Fit First: Position the hood and check hood-to-fender gaps, height, latch engagement, and opening movement before final tightening.
• Inspect the hood mounting area and body-side hinge mounting points for distortion before installing the replacement hinge.
• Reuse or replace factory fasteners as required. Final hood alignment should be completed before the repair is released.

Why Auto Body Professionals Choose Us?

At UM Auto Supply, we specialize in Tesla replacement body, lighting, suspension, electrical, and exterior repair parts across Canada. We support B2B repair shops and collision centers because we understand what happens in the bay:

• No Modification Required: Parts are selected around OE-style dimensions, mounting points, and repair application to help technicians reduce unnecessary adjustment time.
• High-Margin Alternative: Cost-effective replacement options help repair facilities control parts cost on private-pay, rebuild, and insurance-related repairs.
• Reliable Local Supply: Fast shipping from Vancouver, BC helps reduce vehicle downtime compared with long dealership backorders.
• Repair-Shop Focused Information: Product pages emphasize placement, function, OE reference, and installation context so estimators and technicians can make faster ordering decisions.

FAQ

Q: What does the hood hinge do?

A: The hood hinge provides the pivot point for opening and closing the hood while helping maintain proper hood position, panel gaps, and latch alignment.

Q: Can a bent hood hinge cause poor hood gaps?

A: Yes. A distorted hinge can change hood height and edge position, causing uneven gaps, difficult closing, or latch alignment problems.

Q: Will this fit the Juniper Model Y?

A: No. This OE reference is for Legacy / Pre-Juniper Model Y applications through January 2025. Juniper models use a different hood hinge design.

Q: Not sure if this part fits your Tesla?

A: Send us your VIN for a fitment check. For Left/Right parts, send VIN + Left or Right side.

Q: How does this ship?

A: UM Auto Supply offers Free Lower Mainland Shipping for orders over CAD $300. For deliveries outside the Lower Mainland, please contact us for a shipping quote.