Tesla Model Y: Opening
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 button on the key fob.
- Touch the front trunk button in the mobile app.

When a door or trunk/liftgate is
open, the touchscreen displays the Door Open indicator light. The image of your
Model Y 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.
The cargo weight should be distributed 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)
(see Vehicle Loading). The GVWR is the maximum allowable total mass of the
vehicle including all passengers, fluids, and cargo.
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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
An illuminated interior release button inside the front
trunk allows a person locked inside to get out.
Press the interior release button to open the front trunk,
then push up on the hood.
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The touchscreen displays a map at all times (except
when Model Y is shifted into Reverse).
Use your finger(s) to interact with the map:
To move the map in any direction, hold and drag a
finger.
To rotate the map in any direction, hold and turn two
fingers.
To zoom the map in or out, expand
To check fluid levels, remove the maintenance panel:
1. Open the hood.
2. Pull the maintenance panel upward to release the
clips that hold it in place.
3. If checking the Battery coolant, remove
the cabin intake trim panel by pulling it upwards to release the clips that hold
it in place.
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