The key fob's battery lasts for approximately a year with normal use. When the battery is low, a message displays on the
instrument panel. Follow these steps to replace it:
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1. With the key fob placed button-side down on a soft surface, use a small flat-bladed tool or fingernail to release the bottom
cover.
NOTE: If a lanyard is attached to the key fob, you can release the bottom cover by placing your thumb against the "X" on the
bottom cover, then firmly pulling the lanyard toward you (hence pushing the key fob off of its cover). You can also pry the
cover off by placing a small flat-bladed tool, a fingernail, or the Tesla-provided tool against the lanyard cord.
2. Remove the battery by carefully lifting it away from the front retaining clips.Remove the battery by carefully releasing it
from the retaining clips at an angle.
3. Insert the new battery (type CR2032CR2354) with the ‘+’ side facing up. The battery fits snugly so you must slide it into
position at an angle toward the Positive contact (the contact located near the center of the key fob), then press down firmly
on the other side, ensuring it is held firmly in its intended position.
NOTE: Tesla recommends using Panasonic CR2032CR2354 batteries. These can be purchased through online retailers,
local supermarkets, and drug stores.
CAUTION: The battery should press against the spring on the positive contact. Do not place the battery on top of the
contact and force it down vertically. Doing so may damage the contact.
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.
4. Holding the cover at an angle, align the tabs on the widest side of the cover with the corresponding slots on the key fob,
then press the cover firmly onto the key fob until it snaps into place.

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5. Test that the key fob works by unlocking and locking your vehicle.
Attaching a Lanyard

The Model X key fob supports the use of a small lanyard. To attach a lanyard, release the bottom cover as described above.
Place the lanyard over the pin on the back side of the key fob. Re-align the cover and snap into place.

Getting More Key Fobs

If you lose a key fob or require an additional one, contact Tesla. CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y can recognize up
to threeeight key fobs.
When ordering a new key fob for CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, take all available key fobs with you for
reprogramming.
Using Exterior Door Handles
A light press on a door handle extends it, provided Model S detects a valid key fob nearby and Passive Entry is on (Controls >
Safety > Passive Entry).
You can set the door handles to extend automatically whenever you approach the driver’s side carrying the key fob. On the
touchscreen, touch Controls > Vehicle > Auto-Present Handles.
NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture and options selected at time of purchase, some Model S vehicles are not equipped
with Auto-Present Handles.

Insert your hand into the handle and pull to open the door.
Door handles retract if you do not use them within one minute after they extend. Just press a handle to extend it again. Door
handles also retract a minute after the last door closes, when CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y begins moving, and
when you lock CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
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• The key fob has been out of range for more than 48 hours.
• The key fob remains within range for five minutes after all doors have been closed.
In these cases, extend door handles by touching one of them, or by pressing the unlock button on the key fob. There is no
need to reset the setting. The next time you approach CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, provided the above
conditions do not apply, handles automatically extend.
Whenever a door is open, the Door Open indicator displays on the instrument panel. Also, the image of the
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y on the touchscreen's Controls window also provides a visual
representation of an open door or trunk.

Opening Doors from the Interior
To open a door, pull the interior door handle toward you.

NOTE: To prevent children from opening rear doors using the interior handles, use the touchscreen, Controls > Vehicle > ChildProtection Lock, to turn on the child-protection locks (see Child-Protection Lock on page 156).
Opening and Closing Front Doors from Interior
To open a front door, pull the interior door handle toward you.
To open a front door while sitting inside, press the button located at the top of the interior door handle and push the door
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You can also use the touchscreen popup to open and close doors when inside CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y
while the vehicle is in Park or by touching Controls > Locks.
You can also use the touchscreen to open and close doors when inside Model X. Touch Controls), then choose the door you
want to open or close.
The driver's door automatically closes when you sit in the driver's seat and press the brake pedal. You can also close doors by
simply pulling the handle toward you.
WARNING: Before pressing the brake pedal and causing the driver's door to automatically close, ensure that there are no
body parts (hands, legs, etc.) obstructing the path of the closing door.
Opening and Closing Front Doors from Outside
Model X doors are electrically powered. When you approach Model X carrying a key, the doors automatically unlock. The front
doors open when you press the door handle.
You can also set the driver's door to open automatically upon your approach and close automatically upon your departure (if
equipped). The door partially opens between 20° and 45° (halfway open) depending on obstacles detected.

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Touch Controls > Vehicle > Locks > Automatic Doors. If this setting is on, you can also open the driver's door by doubleclicking the key fob's lock/unlock button. A subsequent double-click opens the front passenger door. Selecting Exclude
Automatic Doors Opening at Home still allows for automatic closing doors at home but disables automatic door opening (set
your home address by touching Navigate > Set Home).
NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture and options chosen at time of purchase, your Model X may not be equipped with
automatic doors.
You can also specify that you want to unlock only the driver's door by touching Controls > Vehicle > Locks > Driver Door Unlock
Mode. See Driver Door Unlock Mode on page 143Driver Door Unlock Mode on page 156.
NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 698 for information on opening the doors in cold weather.
CAUTION: The front doors may not fully open or close automatically when parked on a very steep hill. Never rely on
Model X to fully open or close the doors for you when parked on a steep hill.
NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture and options chosen at time of purchase, your Model X may not be equipped with
automatic doors.
Whenever a door is open, the Door Open indicator displays on the instrument panel. Also, the image of the
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y on the touchscreen's Controls window also provides a visual
representation of an open door or trunk.

To close doors from the outside, you can:
• Manually push them shut.
• Single-click or triple-click the key fob's lock/unlock button (if the Close All with Key Fob setting is on, only a single click is
needed to close all doors and trunks—a triple-click is needed if the setting is off).
• Use the Mobile App (see Mobile App on page 357).
NOTE: Powered doors stop moving if an obstacle is detected.
WARNING: Before allowing an automated feature to open or close a front door (rather than doing so manually), it is
important to check that the area around the door is free of obstacles (such as people and objects). You must proactively
monitor the door's movement to ensure that it does not contact a person or object. Failure to do so can result in damage
or serious injury.
Front Door Reset
Since your CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y does not have traditional door handles that you can pull from the
outside, it is equipped with pop actuators (sometimes referred to as "ice breakers") that are used to assist in opening the front
doors in cases where resistance is detected, such as ice buildup in cold weather. The pop actuator is located just above the
front door latch and extends as necessary to open the front door. Once the front door opens slightly, the pop actuator gently
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If the pop actuator is unable to retract because it is stuck to or caught on something, the pop actuator can be extended
manually to extract the object by performing the following:
1. Carefully close the door latch using a pen, screwdriver, or comparable tool (never use a finger or body part and avoid
damaging the paint); CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y will detect this as though the door is closed.

2. Make sure CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is unlocked, then press the exterior door handle or pull the interior
door handle to reset the latch and extend the pop actuator.
3. As the pop actuator extends out from the door, quickly extract the object.
WARNING: The pop actuator will attempt to retract back into the door almost immediately after the door handle is
pressed or pulled. The pop actuator retracts gently, but will not release automatically if something gets caught.
WARNING: As with all mechanical and moving parts on the vehicle, never put body parts in, or near, moving
components. Make sure children are monitored when opening and closing doors. Interacting with moving components,
including the pop actuator, can cause serious damage or bodily injury.
Opening and Closing Falcon Wing Doors
Model X has falcon wing doors that easily open and close by pressing a button, using a key fob, using the mobile app, or
touching the associated icon on the touchscreen. The falcon wing doors are equipped with several sensors that detect the
presence of people and objects and, if an object is detected, the door stops moving. Based on detected objects, the doors
may adjust their outward and upward movement in an attempt to avoid contacting the object. For example, if an object is
detected above Model X, the door's movement may extend further outward but lower, whereas if an object (or person) is
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WARNING: It is important to keep your hands clear of the falcon wing door frames at all times. Proactively check the
door frame area prior to closing, and monitor the movement of the door during closing to ensure that it does not come
into contact with a person or object. Failure to do so can result in damage or serious injury.
WARNING: Before opening or closing a falcon wing door, it is important to check that the area around the door is free of
obstacles (people and objects). Although the doors have many sensors, it can not detect all objects at all times,
particularly when moving. At any given moment, there may be areas near the door that are not in the detection zone.
Therefore, when opening or closing a falcon wing door, you and your passengers must stand away from the door as it is
moving, while proactively monitoring the door's movement and being prepared to take corrective action at any time. To
stop a door from moving, single-click the falcon wing door button on the key fob, press the switch on the door or door
pillar, or touch the button on the touchscreen.
To open a falcon wing door from outside Model X, press the door handle or double-press the falcon wing door button on the
key fob (see Keys on page 109Using the Key Fob on page 144).
To open a falcon wing door from inside Model X, press the switch located on the driver's side door pillar, or, on the
touchscreen, touch the associated door icon (Controls)(Controls > Locks):
NOTE: Falcon wing doors open only when Model X is stationary.

NOTE: If Model X is locked, using the switch (illustrated above) the first time unlocks the associated door. Using it a second
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CAUTION: Remove accumulation of snow or ice before opening a falcon wing door. Snow can get inside Model X and ice
can prevent the door from opening. In situations where water or snow has accumulated on the glass on top of the falcon
wing door, Tesla recommends using the touchscreen or switch on the door pillar (instead of the external door handle or
key fob) to slowly open the falcon wing door for the first few inches (cm). Opening the falcon wing door slowly for the
first few inches (cm) mitigates the scenario of water, snow, etc. from entering the vehicle.
To close a falcon wing door, press the button located on the inside of the door. You can also use the key fob (see Using the Key
Fob on page 144Key Fob on page 119), use the switch on the door pillar (illustrated above), or touch the associated door icon
on the touchscreen (Controls)(Controls > Close).

If a falcon wing door or the front trunk is left open when you attempt to shift out of Park, the touchscreen displays a
notification requiring you to confirm your intent to drive. The falcon wing door automatically closes when your driving speed
reaches 10 mph (16 km/h). In addition, your vehicle speed is limited if you choose to keep the front trunk open while driving. It
is your responsibility to ensure doors and trunks are properly closed before driving.
NOTE: To prevent children from opening falcon wing doors using the interior switch, turn on child-protection locks using the
touchscreen (Controls > Vehicle > Child-Protection Lock)(Controls > Locks > Child Locks). See Child Locks on page 143ChildProtection Lock on page 156.
NOTE: You can configure Model X to open the falcon wing doors to a lower height setting by using the touchscreen (Controls
> Vehicle > Locks > Falcon Door Height).
NOTE: If a falcon wing door detects an obstacle while closing, it reverses a few inches before it stops moving.
WARNING: Whenever a front door is partially open (approximately 20°) as you are opening or closing the associated
falcon wing door, you MUST keep your hands (or any object) away from the opening edge of the front door. When a
falcon wing door passes by a partially opened front door, the distance between the two doors is very narrow. Objects,
such as hands or fingers, placed in this area, are not detected by sensors and can therefore become pinched between
the doors. To avoid bodily injury, it is a good practice to keep your hands away from the front door whenever you are
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CAUTION: In rainy weather, leaving a falcon wing open while opening the liftgate can result in rain water falling from the
liftgate into the rear seating area.
WARNING: When opening or closing a falcon wing door, it is important to proactively monitor the movement of the door
to ensure that it does not come into contact with a person or object. Failure to do so can cause serious damage or injury.
NOTE: In the unlikely event that CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y has no low voltage power, you will be unable to
open the falcon wing doors with the touchscreen or by pressing the switch located on the driver's side door pillar. See
Opening Doors with No Power on page 954Opening Doors with No Power on page 955Opening Doors with No Power on page
956 for more information.
Obstacle Detection

A falcon wing door stops moving when one of its many sensors detects an obstacle, or when the door senses resistance
because it has made contact with an object. The touchscreen displays a warning. In these cases, provided it is appropriate to
continue opening or closing the falcon wing door, you can override obstacle detection by pressing and holding the switch
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When Model X detects a low ceiling (for example, in a garage), it opens the falcon wing doors (and trunk) to a lower height,
even if no obstacle is detected. You can override this height and open the doors higher by touching the associated door icon
on the touchscreen (Controls). The touchscreen displays a message asking you if you always want to open the doors to the
higher height at this location, and saves your choice. The next time you open the falcon wing doors at this location, Model X
opens them to the height you saved.
WARNING: Before overriding a falcon wing door's default opening height, visually inspect the area to ensure adequate
clearance between the door and the detected object.
WARNING: Applying adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc. on the outside of the falcon wing
doors can affect the sensors’ ability to detect obstacles properly.
Calibration

If the falcon wing doors lose calibration, a message displays on the touchscreen. To calibrate the doors, first ensure that both
doors have plenty of space to open and close and are clear of passengers, objects, etc. Then press and hold the Calibrate
button until calibration is complete. During calibration, the lower door opens all the way out (requiring extra space on the side
of Model X), the upper door moves all the way down, and then the lower door closes.
Calibration

If the falcon wing doors lose calibration, the main Controls window on the touchscreen displays a Calibration Required
message. To calibrate the doors, first ensure that both doors have plenty of space to open and close and are clear of
passengers, objects, etc. Touch Controls > Service > Calibrate Doors, and follow the instructions on the touchscreen. During
calibration, the lower door opens all the way out (requiring extra space on the side of Model X), the upper door moves all the
way down, and then the lower door closes.
Interior Locking and Unlocking
From inside CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, you can use the touchscreen to lock or unlock doors and trunks,
provided a valid key is inside the vehicle. Touch the lock icon on the touchscreen's status bar.
When you stop CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y and engage Park, you can choose whether you want doors to
unlock or remain locked. To do so, touch Controls > Vehicle > Unlock on Park. When enabled, doors automatically unlock when
you engage Park.
You can also unlock doors and present handles by pressing the Park button on the end of the drive stalk a second time (for
example, after pressing it one time to engage Park).
NOTE: If a door or trunk is still open when you lock CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, it locks when you close it.
Driver Door Unlock Mode
You can choose to unlock only the driver's door when you approach your vehicle carrying your key fob. To do so, touch
Controls > Vehicle > Driver Door Unlock Mode. To unlock the remaining doors, use the touchscreen or press the key fob a
second time.
Child-Protection Lock
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y has child-protection locks on the rearfalcon wing doors and liftgate to prevent
them from being opened using interior handles. Use the touchscreen to turn child-protection locks on or off. Touch Controls >
Vehicle > Child-Protection Lock.
NOTE: It is recommended that you turn child-protection locks on whenever children are seated in the rear seats.
Drive Away Locking
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y automatically locks all doors (including the trunks) whenever your driving speed
exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h).
Walk-Away Door Lock
Doors and trunks automatically lock whenever you walk away carrying the key fob or if the key fob is otherwise not detected
by your vehicle (not present, dead battery, etc.).
To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Vehicle > Walk-Away Door Lock.
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NOTE: Touch Toybox > Boombox > Lock Sound to customize the lock sound when the vehicle is locked from the outside
(Pedestrian Warning System required).
Check the Exclude Home checkbox to prevent doors from locking when you walk away carrying the key fob when
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 709.
If you unlock CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y using the mobile app, it automatically locks after a short period of
time if all doors remain closed. If parked in an area without cellular service (such as an indoor parking garage), ensure that you
have a functional key fob available to unlock CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y detects an authenticated key fob for five minutes after you exit the vehicle and
close all doors, Walk-Away Door Lock disables and doors do not lock when you leave with the key fob. You will need to
manually lock CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y until after your next drive.
In addition, if all doors are closed and you use the key fob to unlock CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, walk away
locking is temporarily suspended for one minute. If you open a door within this minute, it does not re-lock until after all the
doors are closed and you have walked away with the key fob.
NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture and options selected at time of purchase, some Model S vehicles are not equipped
with walk-away locking.
NOTE: It is ultimately your responsibility to ensure your vehicle is locked, even when Walk-Away Door Lock is enabled.
Unlocking When the Key Fob Doesn't Work
If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y does not unlock when you walk up to it, or when you double-click the unlock
button on the top of your key fob, the key fob’s battery may be dead. Even if this is the case, you can still use the key fob to
unlock and drive CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
NOTE: Although you can still use your key fob, you should consider using the mobile app to remotely unlock and start the
vehicle. Then, replace your key fob's battery when convenient.
To unlock CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y (and disable the security alarm) using the key fob, first position the key
fob near the base of the passenger side windshield wiperat the base of the door pillar between the front door and the falcon
wing door, on the driver's side of the vehicle. Then press the front door handle on the right side of the vehicle. Then press the
driver's door handle. If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y doesn't unlock, try adjusting the position of the key fob
and try again. The key fob must be in the correct position for the vehicle to unlock. If Model X still doesn't unlock, remove the
key fob's battery and try again. See Replacing the Key Fob Battery on page 146.
NOTE: The following illustration assumes a left hand drive (LHD) vehicle. On a right hand drive (RHD) vehicle, the locations are
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To drive CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y after gaining access to the cabin, place the bottom of the key fob
against the center console, immediately below the low voltage power outlet, then press and hold the brake pedal to start
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.

NOTE: Unlocking CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y using this method disables walk away locking. You must
manually re-enable walk away locking after replacing the key fob’s battery.

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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.
NOTE: If a window is fully lowered and you open the associated door, the window rises slightly. Likewise, if you fully lower a
window while the door is already open, it stops slightly above the edge of the door. To fully lower a window while the door is
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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, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y can send a notification to the mobile app
(touch Controls > Locks > Car Left Open NotificationControls > Vehicle > 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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y locks.
NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 698 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.
To prevent passengers from using the rear window switches, press the rear window lock switch. The switch light turns on. To
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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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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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Sunroof
Opening and Closing
If your CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is equipped with a sunroof, you can vent and close the sunroof remotely
using the mobile app or you can adjust the position of the sunroof by controlling it from the menu on your right scroll wheel.
For full control of the sunroof, touch Controls on the touchscreen. Drag, or tap on, the image of the sunroof or touch the
buttons next to the image of your vehicle. The sunroof moves to the selected position. To stop the sunroof from moving at any
time, touch the image of the sunroof.

• OPEN: touch once to open the sunroof to its comfort position (75% open). Touch twice to open the sunroof fully.
• VENT: touch to open the sunroof slightly.
• CLOSE: touch to fully close the sunroof.
NOTE: If the sunroof detects any obstruction, it does not close. If, after removing the obstruction, it still does not close, touch
and hold CLOSE to override the sunroof’s anti-trap mechanism.
NOTE: If you find wind noise (which varies depending on driving speed) excessive, even with the sunroof in the comfort
position, open a window slightly.
CAUTION: Remove snow and ice before opening the sunroof. Opening a sunroof covered in snow and ice can cause
damage.
WARNING: Do not allow occupants to extend any part of their body through the sunroof. Doing so can cause serious
injury from flying debris, tree branches, or other obstructions.
WARNING: Before closing the sunroof, ensure that occupants, especially children, do not have any body part extended
through the sunroof opening. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
WARNING: Do not carry an object that protrudes through the sunroof. Doing so can damage the sunroof’s seals and
anti-trap mechanism, and can cause injury to occupants.

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Sun Visors
The sun visors in Model X are held in place by magnets. To protect occupants from sunlight coming through the windshield,
release the sun visor from the pillar and pivot it toward the rear view mirror until the magnet snaps into place. While held in
place by the magnet, you can adjust the sun visor and lower the extender to provide maximum shade.

To expose the vanity mirror, lower the visor extender then lower the mirror cover. While the cover is lowered, the mirror is
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To protect front seat occupants from sunlight coming through the side window, lower the sun visor from the pillar then lower
the visor extender.

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Rear Trunk
Opening
To open the rear trunk, ensure CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Park, then do one of the following:
• Approach the trunk with your phone key in your front pocket (see Hands-Free Trunk on page 170).
• Approach the trunk with your phone key in your front pocket (see Hands-Free Trunk on page 171).
• Touch the associated Open button on the touchscreen.
• Touch Controls > Trunk on the touchscreen.
• Double-click the rear trunk button on the key fob.
• 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 liftgaterear trunk's exterior handle (a valid key must be detected).
NOTE: If Passive Entry is off, you must use a key fob to unlock CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y before you can use
the switch to open the liftgate. See Using the Key Fob on page 144.
CAUTION: Before opening the liftgaterear trunk in an enclosed area (such as a garage), ensure the opening height of the
liftgaterear trunk is properly adjusted to avoid low-hanging ceilings or objects (see Adjusting Liftgate Opening Height
on page 172Adjusting Opening Height of Powered Trunk on page 174Adjusting Opening Height of Powered Trunk on
page 174).
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y must be unlocked or detect a key before you can use the switch to open the
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The instrument panel informs you when a door or trunk is open.

When a door, trunk or liftgaterear trunk is open, the instrument panel displays the Door Open indicator light.
The image of your CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y on the touchscreen also displays the open
trunk.
When a door or trunk is open, the touchscreen displays the Door Open indicator light. The image of your
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y on the touchscreen also displays the open trunk.

To stop a liftgaterear trunk while it is moving, single-click the rear trunk button on the key fob. 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
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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 liftgaterear 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 an open or close command by grasping the liftgaterear trunk to stop it in
place.
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.
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 liftgaterear trunk from inside the vehicle in the unlikely situation that CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y
has no power, see Interior Emergency Trunk Release on page 179.
If Model X detects a low ceiling (for example, in a garage), it opens the liftgaterear trunk (and falcon wing doors) to a lower
height, even if no obstacle is detected. You can override this height by manually lifting it higher. When doing so, the
touchscreen prompts you to choose if you always want the trunk to open to this higher position at this location, and saves your
choice. If you choose to do so, the next time you open the liftgaterear trunk at this location, Model X opens it to the saved
height.
WARNING: Before opening or closing the liftgaterear trunk, check the surrounding area (for people and objects).
Although the liftgaterear trunk can detect obstacles, it cannot detect all objects at all times. Do not rely on the liftgate to
sense an obstruction when opening or closing. You must proactively monitor the liftgate to ensure that it does not come
into contact with a person or object. Failure to do so may result in damage or injury.
A low voltage power socket is located on the left side of the rear trunk.

Hands-Free Trunk
You can open the trunk without pressing a button.
NOTE: Requires an iPhone 11 or newer and Tesla mobile app 4.29.5 or higher. Ensure your phone settings allow "Nearby
Interactions" for the Tesla mobile app. If your phone key is already paired, open the Tesla mobile app and go to Phone Key >
Upgrade.
1. To enable, touch Controls > Locks > Hands-Free Frunk and Trunk. Select Exclude Home to disable the automatic hands-free
trunk at your set home location (see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 709 to set your home location).

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2. With your phone key in your front pocket, approach the trunk and stand still. When your phone key has been detected,
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y chimes and the trunk opens. To cancel the request, step away from the
vehicle.

CAUTION: Do not leave your phone inside the trunk as it may open by itself. If you must leave your phone in the vehicle,
disable Bluetooth and/or turn the phone off, and ensure you have alternate methods to lock/unlock your vehicle, see
Keys on page 109.
WARNING: Before allowing an automated feature to open the trunk (rather than doing so manually), it is important to
check that the area around the trunk is free of obstacles (such as people and objects). Proactively monitor the trunk's
movement to ensure that it does not contact a person or object. Failure to do so can result in damage or serious injury.
Hands-Free Trunk
You can open the trunk without pressing a button.
NOTE: Requires an iPhone 11 or newer and Tesla mobile app 4.29.5 or higher. Ensure your phone settings allow "Nearby
Interactions" for the Tesla mobile app. If your phone key is already paired, open the Tesla mobile app and go to Phone Key >
Upgrade.

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1. To enable, touch Controls > Locks > Hands-Free Trunk. Select Exclude Home to disable the automatic hands-free trunk at
your set home location (see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 709 to set your home location).
2. With your phone key in your front pocket, approach the trunk and stand still. When your phone key has been detected,
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y chimes and the trunk opens. To cancel the request, step away from the
vehicle.

CAUTION: Do not leave your phone inside the trunk as it may open by itself. If you must leave your phone in the vehicle,