You can also file a bug report by saying "Report" , "Feedback", or "Bug report".
For more information on voice commands, go to https://www.tesla.com/support/voice-commands.
NOTE: To support ongoing quality improvements, Tesla captures and processes voice command transcriptions (such
as “set the temperature…”). Audio voice recordings are not collected, and transcriptions are not associated with your
Tesla account or with your vehicle's identification number. To further protect your privacy, voice commands
containing personal data are not captured (such as "Navigate to..." or "Make a call to...").

Cameras
Your Model 3 includes the following components that actively monitor the surrounding area:

1. A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
2. Ultrasonic sensors (if equipped) are located in the front and rear bumpers.
3. A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
4. Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above the rear view mirror.
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5. A camera is mounted to each front fender.
6. Radar (if equipped) is mounted behind the front bumper.
Model 3 is also equipped with high precision electronically-assisted braking and steering systems.
Cabin Camera
Your Model 3 may be equipped with a cabin camera located above the rear view mirror. For more information, see
Cabin Camera on page 187.

Drive to Calibrate Cameras
Model 3 must maneuver with precision when Autopilot features are being used. Therefore, before some features can
be used for the first time or after some types of service repairs, cameras must complete a self-calibration process.
For your convenience, the touchscreen displays a progress indicator.
When calibration is complete, Autopilot features are available for use. Calibration typically completes after driving
20-25 miles (32-40 km), but the distance varies depending on road and environmental conditions. For example,
calibration completes quicker when driving on a straight road with multiple lanes (such as a controlled-access
highway), with highly-visible lane markings (in the driving lane as well as the adjacent lanes). Contact Tesla only if
your Model 3 has not completed the calibration process after driving 100 miles (160 km) in the described conditions.
If a camera has shifted from its calibrated position (for example, the camera or windshield was replaced), you must
clear the calibration. To do so, touch Controls > Service > Camera Calibration > Clear Calibration. When the
calibration is cleared, Model 3 repeats the calibration process. While this helps re-calibrate the cameras in many
cases, Clear Calibration may not resolve all camera and sensor concerns.
NOTE: To calibrate, cameras require highly-visible lane markings in both the driving lane and adjacent lanes (at least
two lanes over on each side of the vehicle). For best results, drive in the middle lane of a multi-lane highway (ideally
with at least five lanes) that has clear lane markings and minimal traffic.
NOTE: If you attempt to use a feature that is not available until the calibration process is complete, the feature is
disabled and the touchscreen displays a message.
NOTE: Model 3 must repeat the calibration process if the cameras are serviced by Tesla, and in some cases, after a
software update.
Keeping Cameras Free of Obstructions
Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot features (see
Cleaning a Camera on page 253). Dirty cameras and sensors (if equipped), as well as environmental conditions such
as rain and faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance. If a camera is obstructed or blinded, Model 3
displays a message on the touchscreen and Autopilot features may not be available. For more information on
specific alerts, see Troubleshooting Alerts on page 311.
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Condensation can form inside the camera enclosures, especially if you park your vehicle outside in cold or wet
conditions. The touchscreen may display an alert stating that a camera is blocked and that some or all Autopilot
features may be temporarily restricted until the camera vision is clear. To proactively dry the condensation,
precondition the cabin by setting it to a warm temperature, turning the windshield defroster on, and directing the
front air vents toward the door pillars (see Mobile App on page 87).

Opening and Closing
Keys
Types of Keys
Model 3 supports the following types of keys:
• Phone key - You can set up your personal phone as a "phone key" that communicates with Model 3 using
Bluetooth. A phone key supports automatic locking and unlocking.
• Key card - Tesla provides two key cards that communicates with Model 3 using short range radio-frequency
identification (RFID) signals. The key card is used to "authenticate" phone keys to work with Model 3 and to add
or remove other keys. Unlike the phone key and key fobs, the key card does not support automatic locking and
unlocking. In situations where your phone key has a dead battery, or is lost or stolen, use your key card to unlock,
drive, and lock Model 3.
• Key fob - The key fob (if equipped) allows you to press buttons to open the front and rear trunks, and unlock,
lock, and drive Model 3. The key fob also supports automatic locking and unlocking, if available in your region
(see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 33) and can be used as a backup to your phone key.
Model 3 supports a total of 19 keys, which can include phone keys, key cards, and up to four key fobs.
CAUTION: Remember to bring a key with you when you drive. Although you can drive Model 3 away from its
key, you will be unable to power it back on after it powers off.
Phone Key
CAUTION: Do not leave your paired phone in your vehicle (for example, if you are hiking or at the beach). If
you must leave your phone in the vehicle, disable Bluetooth and/or turn the phone off.
Using your phone as a key is a convenient way to access your Model 3. As you approach, your phone's Bluetooth
signal is detected and the doors unlock when you pull a door handle. Likewise, when you exit and walk away with
the phone key, doors automatically lock (provided the Walk-Away Door Lock feature is turned on; see Walk-Away
Door Lock on page 33).
Before you can use a phone to access Model 3, follow these steps to authenticate it:
1. Download the Tesla mobile app to your phone.
2. Log into the Tesla mobile app using your Tesla account username and password.
NOTE: You must remain logged in to your Tesla account to use your phone to access Model 3.
NOTE: If multiple vehicles are linked to your Tesla account, you must ensure that the vehicle you want the mobile
app to access is currently selected on the mobile app.
3. Ensure:
◦ Your phone's general Bluetooth settings are enabled.
◦ Bluetooth is enabled within your phone's settings for the Tesla mobile app. For example, on your phone,
navigate to Settings, choose the Tesla mobile app, and ensure the Bluetooth setting is turned on.
◦ Access to your location is enabled. Open the Tesla mobile app in your phone's settings and select Location >
Always. For the best experience, keep the mobile app running in the background.
◦ Allow Mobile Access is enabled on the vehicle touchscreen (Controls > Safety > Allow Mobile Access).
NOTE: Model 3 communicates with your phone using Bluetooth. Keep in mind that your phone must have enough
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4. While inside or near the vehicle, open the Tesla mobile app and touch Set Up Phone Key on the main screen, or
navigate to Security > Set Up Phone Key. Follow the prompts on the mobile app and vehicle touchscreen to set
up your phone key.
To view a list of keys that can currently access Model 3, or to remove a phone key, touch Controls > Locks (see
Managing Keys on page 29).
Model 3 can connect to three phone keys simultaneously. Therefore, if more than three phone keys are detected and
you want to authenticate or pair a different phone, move the other connected phone key(s) out of range or turn off
its Bluetooth setting.
Once a phone has been authenticated, it no longer requires an internet connection to be used as a phone key for
Model 3. However, to use the phone hands-free, access your phone's contacts, play media from it, etc., you must also
pair it and connect it as a Bluetooth device (see Bluetooth on page 91).
Some smartphones with NFC capability can be used to lock/unlock your vehicle, just like using a key card. Ensure
the Tesla mobile app is correctly paired to your vehicle and enable the NFC function on your phone. Once enabled,
simply hold the phone to the driver's side door pillar to lock or unlock the door. Refer to your smartphone's
instructions for specific information on how to do this.
Key Card
Tesla provides you with two Model 3 key cards, designed to fit in your wallet.
To use a key card to unlock or lock Model 3, position the card as shown and tap it against the card reader located
just below the Autopilot camera on the driver's side door pillar. When Model 3 detects the key card, the exterior
lights flash, the mirrors unfold or fold (if Fold Mirrors is on), the horn sounds (if Lock Confirmation Sound is on), and
the doors unlock or lock.
NOTE: You may need to physically touch the center console or driver's side door pillar with the key card, and you
may need to hold it against the transmitter for one or two seconds.

Once inside, power up Model 3 by pressing the brake pedal within two minutes of scanning the key card (see
Starting and Powering Off on page 100). If you wait longer than two minutes, you must re-authenticate by placing
the key card near the card reader located behind the cup holders on the center console. When your key card is
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NOTE: If enabled, Walk-Away Door Lock (see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 33) operates only when you walk away
using a phone key or key fob. When you walk away carrying your key card, Model 3 does not automatically unlock/
lock.
CAUTION: Always carry your key card with you in your purse or wallet to use as a backup in case your
authenticated phone has a dead battery, or is lost or stolen.
Key Fob
If you have purchased the key fob accessory, you can quickly familiarize yourself with this key by thinking of it as a
miniature version of Model 3, with the Tesla badge representing the front. The key has three buttons that feel like
softer areas on the surface.

1. Front trunk - Double-click to unlatch the front trunk.
2. Lock/Unlock All - Single-click to lock doors and trunks (all doors and trunks must be closed). Double-click to
unlock doors and trunks.
3. Rear trunk - Double-click to unlatch the rear trunk. Hold down for one to two seconds to open the charge port
door.
Once inside, power up Model 3 by pressing the brake pedal within two minutes of pressing the unlock button on the
key fob (see Starting and Powering Off on page 100). If you wait longer than two minutes, you must press the unlock
button again, or place the key fob near the card reader located behind the cup holders on the center console. When
your key fob is detected, the two minute authentication period restarts.

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When approaching or leaving Model 3 carrying the key fob, you do not need to point the key fob at Model 3 as you
press a button, but you must be within operating range.
Radio equipment on a similar frequency can affect the key. If this happens, move the key at least one foot (30 cm)
away from other electronic devices (phones, laptops, etc.).
In the event that the key fob's battery is dead, you can still use it to drive the vehicle by scanning the key fob on the
card reader located on the driver's side door pillar (like the key card).
Instructions for changing the battery are provided in Replacing the Key Fob Battery on page 28.
NOTE: You can use the same key fob with multiple Model 3 vehicles provided you authenticate it (see Managing
Keys on page 29). However, key fob works with only one Model 3 at a time. Therefore, to use a key fob for a different
Model 3, touch its flat side against the card reader on the driver's side door pillar.
NOTE: Model 3 supports up to four different key fobs.
CAUTION: Protect the key from impact, high temperatures, and damage from liquids. Avoid contact with
solvents, waxes, and abrasive cleaners.
Passive Locking and Unlocking

Due to market region or vehicle configuration, passive locking and unlocking may not be available for your vehicle.
NOTE: Only key fobs with the TESLA logo printed on the flat side support the passive locking and unlocking feature.
Key fobs with the MODEL 3 logo printed on the flat side cannot passively lock and unlock Model 3.
Locking and unlocking Model 3 with your key fob is conveniently hands-free. Although you must be carrying a paired
key fob, there is no need to use it. Model 3 has sensors around the vehicle that can recognize the presence of a key
fob within a range of approximately six feet (two meters). Therefore, you can keep your key fob in your pocket or
purse and simply pull on the door handle to unlock. When carrying your key fob with you, you can also open the
trunk without having to use the key by pressing the rear trunk's exterior door handle. If Walk-Away Door Lock is
enabled, Model 3 automatically locks when you exit and the key fob is no longer in range (see Walk-Away Door Lock
on page 33). Passive locking and unlocking is automatically enabled when you pair your key fob to Model 3.
Although you can use the same key fob with multiple vehicles, it can only be paired to one vehicle at a time. To
activate a paired key fob to a different vehicle, touch the flat side onto the driver's side door pillar and click any
button on the key fob to confirm.
NOTE: For increased security, passive locking and unlocking disables after being stationary for five minutes while
within vehicle range when the vehicle is not in use (for example, you are standing outside your vehicle). In this
situation, you must shake or press a button on the key fob to re-enable passive locking and unlocking.
Replacing the Key Fob Battery

Under normal use, the accessory key fob has a battery that lasts for up to one year, depending on key fob version
and selected vehicle settings. When the battery is low, a message displays on the touchscreen.
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1. With the key fob placed button side down on a soft surface, release the bottom cover, using a small flat-bladed
tool.
2. Remove the battery by lifting it away from the retaining clips.
3. While avoiding touching the battery's flat surfaces, insert the new battery (type CR2032 ) with the ‘+’ side facing
up.
NOTE: Wipe the battery clean before fitting and avoid touching the battery's flat surfaces. Finger marks on the
flat surfaces of the battery can reduce battery life.
NOTE: CR2032 batteries can be purchased from any retailer that sells batteries.
4. Holding the bottom cover at an angle, align the tabs on the cover with the corresponding slots on the key fob,
then press the cover firmly onto the key fob until it snaps into place.
5. Test that the key fob works by unlocking and locking Model 3.
WARNING: Key fob batteries contain a chemical burn hazard and should not be ingested. The key fob contains
a coin cell battery. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns within two hours and
can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close
securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been
swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
Managing Keys
To display a list of all keys that can access your Model 3, touch Controls > Locks. An icon displays next to each key to
indicate whether the key is a phone key, key card, or key fob. Use this list to manage keys that have access to your
Model 3.
Model 3 supports up to 19 keys. When you reach this limit, you must delete a key before adding a new one.
NOTE: You can use the same key for more than one Model 3. This prevents you from having to deal with multiple
keys when you switch vehicles. If you customize the name of an authenticated key card or key fob on one Model 3
(by touching the pencil icon), any other Model 3 to which the key card or key fob is authenticated also displays the
changed name.
NOTE: If you are leasing your vehicle, contact your leasing company to add or remove keys.
Adding Keys from the Touchscreen

If you have a key card or key fob that is already paired with your vehicle, you can pair a new key using the
touchscreen.
1. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Locks > Keys > Add Key.

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2. Scan your new key card or key fob on the card reader located behind the cup holders on the top of the center
console. After the new key card or key fob is recognized, remove it from the card reader.

3. Scan a key card or key fob that has already been paired to the vehicle to confirm new key pairing.
4. When complete, the key list includes the new key. Touch the associated pencil icon to customize the name of the
key.
Adding Keys from the Mobile App

In the event that you don't have a working key card or key fob, you can add a new key using the Tesla mobile app.
NOTE: Only the owner of the vehicle is able to pair a new key using the mobile app.
NOTE: Pairing a key with the mobile app is supported with version 4.29.0 of the Tesla mobile app on vehicles with
software versions 2022.40 or higher.
1. While inside or near the vehicle, open the Tesla mobile app on your smartphone.
2. In the mobile app, touch Security & Drivers, then touch Add Key Card.
3. Scan your new key card or key fob on the card reader located behind the cup holders on the top of the center
console.

4. When the key is paired successfully, the mobile app shows a confirmation message. Touch Done in the mobile app
and remove the key card or key fob from the card reader.
5. When complete, the key list on the touchscreen includes the new key. Touch the associated pencil icon to
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Removing Keys

When you no longer want a key to access Model 3 (for example, you lost your phone or key card, etc.), follow these
steps to remove it.
1. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Locks.
2. In the key list, find the key that you would like to delete and touch its associated trash icon.
3. When prompted, scan an authenticated key on the card reader to confirm the deletion. When complete, the key
list no longer includes the deleted key.
NOTE: Model 3 requires at least one authenticated key card or key fob at all times. If only one key card remains on
the key list, you cannot delete it.
Replacing Key cards
If you lose a key card, you can purchase replacement ones on the Tesla Shop. When ready to pair, simply follow the
steps in Managing Keys on page 29. Remember to remove your old key cards from Controls > Locks > Keys for
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Doors
Using Exterior Door Handles
Use your thumb to push the wide part of the door handle. The handle pivots toward you, and you can open the door
by pulling the handle or pulling the edge of the door.

The handle retracts automatically.
When a door or trunk is open, the touchscreen displays the Door Open indicator light.

NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 204 to ensure door handles function properly in cold weather.
WARNING: While using the door handle, take care to avoid allowing fingers, jewelry, acrylic nails, etc. from
being pinched by the door or door handle mechanism. Failure to do so may result in damage or injury.
Opening Doors from the Interior
Model 3 doors are electrically powered. To open a door while sitting inside, press the button located at the top of the
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NOTE: To prevent children from opening the rear doors, turn on child locks (see Child Locks on page 34).
NOTE: In the unlikely event that Model 3 has no low voltage power, you will be unable to open the doors with the
button on the top of the door handle. See Opening Doors with No Power on page 311 for more information.
Interior Locking and Unlocking
While sitting inside Model 3, you can lock and unlock all doors and trunks by touching the lock icon on the
touchscreen.
The icon changes to indicate whether doors are locked or unlocked.

You can also unlock the doors by pressing the Park button on the end of the drive stalk a second time. Pressing this
button once engages Park and pressing it again unlocks the doors.
Walk-Away Door Lock
Doors and trunks can automatically lock when you walk away carrying your phone key or paired key fob (if ordered
after approximately October 1, 2019). To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Locks > Walk-Away Door Lock.
When the doors lock, the exterior lights flash once and the mirrors fold (if Fold Mirrors is on). To also hear a
confirmation sound when Model 3 locks, touch Controls > Locks > Lock Confirmation Sound.
NOTE: Touch Toybox > Boombox > Lock Sound to customize the lock sound when the vehicle is locked from the
outside (Pedestrian Warning System required).
Model 3 does not automatically lock if:
• You check the Exclude Home checkbox and Model 3 is parked at the location you have designated as Home. For
details on how to designate a location as Home, see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 213.
• A phone key or paired key fob is detected inside Model 3.
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• The phone key's Bluetooth setting is turned off.
• If Model 3 detects an authenticated key for several minutes after you exit the vehicle and close all doors, WalkAway Lock disables and doors do not lock when you walk away. In this case, you must manually lock your vehicle
until after your next drive.
• The driver does not use the driver door to get out of the vehicle.
NOTE: It is ultimately your responsibility to ensure your vehicle is locked, even when Walk-Away Door Lock is
enabled.
Drive Away Locking
Model 3 automatically locks all doors (including the trunks) when your driving speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h).
Driver Door Unlock Mode
Enabling Controls > Locks > Driver Door Unlock Mode only unlocks the driver door when you first unlock Model 3.
The driver door unlocks only if a key is present on the driver side of the vehicle and not the passenger side. To
unlock the remaining doors, long press the button located at the top of the interior driver door handle, use the
touchscreen, mobile app or press the key fob a second time.
Car Left Open Notifications
To receive a mobile notification if a door, trunk and/or window is left open or if Model 3 is left unlocked
unexpectedly, touch Controls > Locks > Car Left Open Notifications.
Child Locks
Model 3 has child locks on the rear doors to prevent them from being opened using the interior release buttons. On
the touchscreen, touch Controls > Locks > Child Lock. You can choose Both to engage the child lock on both rear
doors, or you can choose Left or Right to engage it on just a specific door.
WARNING: It is recommended that you turn on child locks when children are seated in the rear seats.
Unlock on Park
When you stop Model 3 and engage Park, you can choose to unlock all doors. To turn this feature on or off, touch
Controls > Locks > Unlock on Park.
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Windows
Opening and Closing
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure windows are closed after locking the vehicle.
Press down on a switch to lower the associated window. Window switches operate at two levels:
• To lower a window fully, press the switch all the way down and immediately release.
• To lower a window partially, press the switch gently and release when the window is where you want it.

Similarly, pull a switch to raise the associated window:
• To raise a window fully, pull the switch all the way up and immediately release.
• To raise a window partially, pull the switch gently and release when the window is where you want it.
If a window is left open unintentionally, Model 3 can send a notification to the mobile app (touch Controls > Locks >
Car Left Open Notification, then choose Doors & Windows).
You can also enable Close Windows on Lock by touching Controls > Locks > Close Windows on Lock. When
enabled, your vehicle automatically closes the windows when Model 3 locks.
NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 204 for information on preparing windows for cold weather.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, windows automatically lower slightly when you open or close a door. If you
manually raise a window when the door is open, ensure it is slightly lowered before closing the door.
WARNING: Before closing a window, it is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that all occupants, especially
children, do not have any body parts extended through the window’s opening. Failure to do so can cause
serious injury.
Locking Rear Windows
To prevent passengers from using the rear window switches, touch Controls > Locks > Window Lock. To unlock the
rear windows, touch Window Lock again.
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WARNING: To ensure safety, it is recommended that you lock the rear window switches whenever children are
seated in the rear seats.
WARNING: Never leave children unattended in Model 3.
Calibrating Windows
In the unlikely event that a window behaves unexpectedly (touches the bright molding, fails to open or close
properly, goes down more than normal when the door opens, etc.), you can calibrate it to potentially fix the issue.
To calibrate a window:
1. Close the door with the affected window.
2. Sit in the driver's seat and close the driver door.
3. Using the window's switch on the driver's door, raise the affected window until it stalls.
4. Using the window's switch on the driver's door, lower the affected window until it stalls.
5. Repeat step 3 and raise the affected window until it stalls.
The window should now be calibrated. If the issue continues after attempting the calibration procedure a couple
times, contact Tesla.
UV Index Rating
The roof, windshields, and windows in Model 3 are excellent at protecting you from UV (ultraviolet) rays. The glass
components score less than 2 on the UV Index scale. Review your region’s UV Index specifications for more
information. You are still responsible for taking the necessary precautions for sun protection.

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Rear Trunk
Opening
To open the rear trunk, ensure Model 3 is in Park, then do one of the following:
• Touch the associated Open button on the touchscreen.
• Double-click the rear trunk button on the key fob.
• Touch the rear trunk button on the mobile app.
• Press the switch located under the rear trunk's exterior handle (a valid key must be detected).
CAUTION: Before opening the rear trunk in an enclosed area (such as a garage), ensure the opening height of
the rear trunk is properly adjusted to avoid low-hanging ceilings or objects (see Adjusting Opening Height of
Powered Trunk on page 38).
Model 3 must be unlocked or detect a key before you can use the switch to open the rear trunk.

When a door or trunk is open, the touchscreen displays the Door Open indicator light. The image of
your Model 3 on the touchscreen also displays the open trunk.

You can stop a powered trunk while it is moving by single-clicking the rear trunk button on the key fob accessory.
Then, when you double-click the rear trunk button, it moves again, but in the opposite direction (provided it was not
almost entirely open or closed when you stopped it). For example, if you single-click to stop the powered trunk while
it is opening, when you double-click, it closes.
NOTE: In emergency situations, you can override the open or close command for the powered trunk by pressing the
trunk switch again or by grasping to stop it in place.

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WARNING: Before opening or closing the powered trunk, it is important to check that the surrounding area is
free of obstacles (people and objects). You must proactively monitor the trunk to ensure that it does not come
into contact with a person or object. Failure to do so may result in damage or serious injury.
WARNING: Before opening or closing the rear trunk, it is important to check that the area around the trunk is
free of obstacles (people and objects).
To open the rear trunk from inside the vehicle in the unlikely situation that Model 3 has no power, see Interior
Emergency Trunk Release on page 39.
Adjusting Opening Height of Powered Trunk
You can adjust the opening height of the powered trunk to make it easier to reach or to avoid low-hanging ceilings
or objects (for example, a garage door or light):
1. Open the trunk, then manually lower or raise it to the desired opening height.
2. Press and hold the button on the underside of the trunk for three seconds until you hear a confirmation chime.
3. Confirm that you have set it to the desired height by closing the powered trunk, then reopening it.
CAUTION: Depending on configuration (such as wheel selection), your vehicle's rear trunk can open up to
approximately 6.5 feet (2 meters). Adjust the rear trunk height to prevent it from coming into contact with low
ceilings or other objects.
Closing
• Double-click the rear trunk button on the key fob.
• Press the switch located on the underside of the rear trunk
To close the trunk, push it downward until you hear the latch click into place. Model 3 is equipped with pull cups to
assist with lowering the rear trunk.

To close the powered trunk, do one of the following:
• Touch the associated Close button on the touchscreen.
• Press the switch located by the rear trunk's exterior handle.
• Double-click the rear trunk button on the key fob.
If the powered trunk senses an obstruction when closing, it stops moving and sounds two chimes. Remove the
obstruction and try closing it again.
WARNING: Before driving, ensure that the trunk is securely latched in the fully-closed position by lifting up on
the bottom edge and confirming there is no movement.
Accessing the Cargo Area
To access the cargo area inside the rear trunk, pull up the strap at the rear of the cargo cover. You can then fold the
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Secure all cargo before moving Model 3, and place heavy cargo in the lower trunk compartment.

Rear Trunk Load Limits
Distribute the weight of cargo as evenly as possible between the front and rear trunks.
CAUTION: Never load more than 88 lbs (40 kg) in the lower compartment of the rear trunk or more than 287
lbs (130 kg) on the upper compartment. Doing so can cause damage.
WARNING: When loading cargo, always consider the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Technically
Permissible Maximum Laden Mass (TPMLM) (see Specifications on page 285). The GVWRTPMLM is the maximum
allowable total mass of the vehicle including all passengers, fluids, and cargo.
Interior Emergency Trunk Release
An illuminated mechanical release located inside the rear trunk allows you to open the rear trunk from the inside if
Model 3 has no electrical power. This mechanical release also allows a person locked inside to get out.

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2. While pressing the button, push the rear trunk open.
NOTE: The button glows for several hours after a brief exposure to ambient light.
WARNING: Do not allow children to play inside the trunk or become locked inside. An unrestrained child could
suffer serious injury or death in a crash. A child could suffer heat exhaustion or death if trapped in the vehicle,
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Front Trunk
Opening
To open the front trunk, ensure Model 3 is in Park, and then do one of the following before pulling the hood open:
• Touch the associated Open icon on the touchscreen.
• Double-click the front trunk button on the key fob.
• Touch the front trunk button in the mobile app.

When a door or trunk is open, the touchscreen displays the Door Open indicator light. The image of
your Model 3 on the touchscreen also displays the open front trunk.

WARNING: Before opening or closing the hood, it is important to check that the area around the hood is free
of obstacles (people and objects). Failure to do so may result in damage or serious injury.
Closing
The Model 3 hood is not heavy enough to latch under its own weight and applying pressure on the front edge or
center of the hood can cause damage.
To properly close the hood:
1. Lower the hood until the striker touches the latches.
2. Place both hands on the front of the hood in the areas shown (in green), then press down firmly to engage the
latches.
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CAUTION: To prevent damage:
• Apply pressure only to the green areas shown. Applying pressure to the red areas can cause damage.
• Do not close the hood with one hand. Doing so applies concentrated force in one area and can result in a
dent or crease.
• Do not apply pressure to the front edge of the hood. Doing so can crease the edge.
• Do not slam or drop the hood.
• To avoid scratches, don't have anything in your hands (keys). Jewelry can also cause scratches.
WARNING: Before driving, you must ensure that the hood is securely latched in the fully closed position by
carefully trying to lift the front edge of the hood upward and confirming there is no movement. It is the driver's
responsibility to ensure that the front trunk is properly closed before driving.
If the front trunk is left open when you attempt to shift out of Park, a notification requiring you to confirm your
intent to drive appears on the touchscreen. If you choose to keep the front trunk open while driving, your vehicle
speed is limited.
The front trunk locks when:
• You lock Model 3 using the touchscreen, key or mobile app.
• You leave Model 3 carrying your key (if Walk-Away Door Lock on page 33 is turned on).
• Valet mode is active (see Valet Mode on page 132).
Front Trunk Load Limit
Distribute the weight of cargo as evenly as possible between the front and rear trunks.
CAUTION: Never load more than 110 lbs (50 kg) in the front trunk. Doing so can cause damage.
WARNING: When loading cargo, always consider the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Technically
Permissible Maximum Laden Mass (TPMLM) (see Specifications on page 285). The GVWRTPMLM is the maximum
allowable total mass of the vehicle including all passengers, fluids, and cargo.

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Interior Emergency Release
An illuminated interior release button inside the front trunk allows a person locked inside to get out.

Press the interior release button to unlatch the front trunk, then push up on the hood.
NOTE: The interior release button glows following a brief exposure to ambient light.
WARNING: People should never climb inside the front trunk. Never shut the front trunk when a person is inside.
WARNING: Care should be taken to ensure that objects inside the front trunk do not bump against the release
button, causing the hood to accidentally open.

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Interior Storage
Center Console
In addition to housing an RFID transmitter that reads key fobs and key cards (see Keys on page 25), the center
console includes cup holders, two storage compartments, and a phone dock for two phones (or other devices) or a
wireless phone charger (depending on date of manufacture)a wireless phone charger (see Interior Electronics on
page 10).
To open the main storage compartment, pull its cover upward. Open the other storage compartment or access the
phone dock by pressing firmly near the cover's opening edge. To close a storage compartment, push its cover down
gently.

To open the main storage compartment, pull its cover upward. Open the front storage compartment by sliding its
cover forward.

Rear Console
Your Model 3 has a rear console integrated in the center of the second row seat back. Pull the console down to
access the rear cup holders, or use it as an armrest.

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Coat Hangers
Your Model 3 has a coat hanger on each side of the vehicle in the second row. Push the coat hanger to release it.
Push it again to retract it.

Glovebox
To open the glovebox, touch Controls > Glovebox. The glovebox automatically opens and its light turns on.

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