Rear Trunk
Opening
To open the rear trunk, ensure Model 3 is in Park, then do one of the following:
- Touch the associated button on the touchscreen.
- 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).
Model 3 must be unlocked or detect a key before you can use the switch to open the rear trunk.

To open the rear trunk from inside the vehicle in the unlikely situation that Model 3 has no power, see Interior Emergency Trunk Release.
Adjusting Opening Height of Powered Trunk
You can adjust the opening height of the powered trunk (if equipped) to make it easier to reach or to avoid low-hanging ceilings or objects (for example, a garage door or light):
- Open the trunk, then manually lower or raise it to the desired opening height.
- Press and hold the button on the underside of the trunk for three seconds until you hear a confirmation chime.
- Confirm that you have set it to the desired height by closing the powered trunk, then reopening it.
Closing
- Touch the associated button on the touchscreen.
- Press the switch located on the underside of the rear trunk
Accessing the Cargo Area
Rear Trunk Load Limits
Distribute the weight of cargo as evenly as possible between the front and rear trunks.
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.

- Firmly press and hold the illuminated button in the direction of the arrow to release the latch.
- While pressing the button, push the rear trunk open.