Its still there as of 10/10/23 (after your post), so I am not sure what you are looking at. If you are looking at an older link from when it was first available, see @stopcrazypp post #147 in this thread for why you dont see it at that older link. The one in that same post (#147) still worked as of right now when I checked it, which was after your post asking why it was no longer available:
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Power Trunk Retrofit on Model 3s now Available Direct from Tesla [09.14.2023 - 2018 model 3 not eligible]
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Its still there as of 10/10/23 (after your post), so I am not sure what you are looking at. If you are looking at an older link from when it was first available, see @stopcrazypp post #147 in this thread for why you dont see it at that older link. The one in that same post (#147) still worked as of right now when I checked it, which was after your post asking why it was no longer available:
Just got the power trunk retrofit done on my 2019. It took longer than they expected, which they originally quoted same day but went into the next day. While my kids are enjoying the upgrade since they can now open and close the trunk themselves, I'm disappointed that the opening now is much smaller than it was before. I've bumped my head a few times bending in and out of the trunk. Just a small FYI for those looking into this retrofit.
Are you not able to adjust it per the manual?
https://www.tesla.com/ownersmanual/model3/en_us/GUID-3667D28B-5B3B-49CE-A1C1-3D70AC60D9F6.html
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):
CAUTION
Depending on configuration (such as wheel selection), your vehicle's rear trunk can open up to approximately 6.5 feet (2 meters). Adjust the rear trunk height to prevent it from coming into contact with low ceilings or other objects.
https://www.tesla.com/ownersmanual/model3/en_us/GUID-3667D28B-5B3B-49CE-A1C1-3D70AC60D9F6.html
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.
CAUTION
Depending on configuration (such as wheel selection), your vehicle's rear trunk can open up to approximately 6.5 feet (2 meters). Adjust the rear trunk height to prevent it from coming into contact with low ceilings or other objects.
Thanks for posting. I have a 2018, and my supports are getting tired, such that they no longer open all the way up. Since I have recently bumped my head a few times, was considering this upgrade, but I think I'll just replace the OEM struts/shocks.
Its not available for 2018 vehicles, at least not as of the time I am posting this. Several of us tried to buy it the day it was available and for all 2018 vehicles we ended up getting refunds.
Yep. Definitely doesn't open as much as the trunk w/ manual struts. I've bumped my head a few times on the trunk bump stops. I'm able to push mine further up just a tad and hold the button till it beeps, but it doesn't save that max height. always opens back to the original opening height.
not gonna complain though. still works well enough for me.
AS9.9.
Member
Anyone know why it's not available for early Model 3s? This would be a really nice upgrade!
BTW, it's back in stock for the time being...
I was told verbally by a lead Tech in a Tesla Service center that its the harness, as speculated in this thread by a few others.
JayPaul
Member
I picked my 2019 TM3 last night. Got the Retro fit installed. I got it after hours, the first thing I noticed was "wait... the trunk didn't open as high as I remembered it did", it's right at my face height. I immediately walked over to my 2021+ TM3 loaner with power truck, and opened it, it was the same height, so I went on my way.
I knew the button would be different than OEM from this thread, I have no problem with it at all. I did this for my wife, who is 5'2" (I'm 6'2"), she drives the TM3. I'm glad they came out with this kit, I would not have done it otherwise.
I knew the button would be different than OEM from this thread, I have no problem with it at all. I did this for my wife, who is 5'2" (I'm 6'2"), she drives the TM3. I'm glad they came out with this kit, I would not have done it otherwise.
GalacticHero
M3-AWD+
Model 3 Trunk lid retrofit back in stock on 10/24/2023
Still no 2018 compatibility
Still no 2018 compatibility
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Aside from @msb175 , can anyone else who as had the retrofit kit installed comment on how long your service appointment took? I've got my install appointment scheduled for 18 November and I'm wanting to set expectations on how long I'll be without a vehicle. Is it truly a couple of days for this work to be completed?
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