Tesla Model Y: 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 cargo cover forward or remove it from
Model Y.
Secure all cargo before moving Model Y, and place heavy cargo in the lower trunk
compartment.
![Accessing the Cargo Area](images/manuals/931/index.16.png)
The cargo weight should be distributed as evenly as
possible between the front and rear trunks.
CAUTION: Never load more than 176 lbs (80 kg) in the lower tub
compartment of the rear trunk or more than 397 lbs (180 kg) on the upper floor.
Doing so can cause damage.
WARNING: When loading cargo, always consider
the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
(see Vehicle Loading). The GVWR is
the maximum allowable total mass of the vehicle
including all passengers, fluids, and cargo.
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To open the front trunk, ensure Model Y 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
The Model Y 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 unti
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A wireless phone charger is integrated into
the front console to provide up to 15W of power to charge a Qi-enabled phone.
Simply place your phone on the charger. Your device may feel warm while
charging, but this is a normal effect of inductive charging.
When placed on the wireless charger, your
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body, you
can occasionally treat the paint surfaces with an
approved polish containing:
Very mild abrasive to remove surface contamination
without removing or damaging the paint.
Filling compounds that fill scratches and reduce their
visibility.
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