Welcome to Tesla Motors Club
Discuss Tesla's Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck, Roadster and More.
Register
  • We just completed a significant update, but we still have some fixes and adjustments to make, so please bear with us for the time being. Cheers!

Possible Misaligned Trunk/Issues Closing

640k

Member
Jul 15, 2019
928
623
Cincinnati
Occasionally my trunk will feel like it is difficult to close. Normally the trunk is very free-moving and goes from completely open to closed without any issue, but randomly the trunk will have an issue closing from a completely open position. It feels as if the hinges are "pushing back" when i try to close. Interestingly enough, if I let the trunk go back to completely open, it seems to correct itself.

My lid does appear to be slightly raised/uneven on the passenger side and the mobile service guy told me they do have procedures for adjusting/special grease available.

Has anyone else experienced this weird "push back" i'm attempting to describe?
 

sjc104026

New Member
May 10, 2018
3
4
Sunnyvale, CA
Yeah I have this randomly.

I can only assume it's the struts seize up - for me it happens for the "first half" of closing (i.e. going from fully open to half-open).

You can buy after-market struts if it's a total pain - ebay sells them - just make sure the length matches.
 

GpkTom

Member
Aug 7, 2019
29
9
Montreal, Canada
Mine sometimes doesn’t close. They’ve adjusted once already. Might of helped a bit but still tough to close. Have not felt the “push back” you describe however.
 

About Us

Formed in 2006, Tesla Motors Club (TMC) was the first independent online Tesla community. Today it remains the largest and most dynamic community of Tesla enthusiasts. Learn more.

Do you value your experience at TMC? Consider becoming a Supporting Member of Tesla Motors Club. As a thank you for your contribution, you'll get nearly no ads in the Community and Groups sections. Additional perks are available depending on the level of contribution. Please visit the Account Upgrades page for more details.


SUPPORT TMC
Top