Model 3 Electric Tailgate
This is the user manual for Tesla Model 3 Electric Tailgate only.
Last updated
This is the user manual for Tesla Model 3 Electric Tailgate only.
Last updated
Touch Screen *
Tesla Official App
External Release
Add-on Button
Key Fob
Foot Sensor **
* Hold the brake and press the button on touch screen to close ** Foot Sensor can be deactivated when "Car Wash Mode" is turned on
To set the height of the liftgate, adjust it to your preferred height. Then, press and hold the add-on button for approximately 5 seconds until you hear a beep. Please ensure the buzzer is connected for this feature to work.
To adjust the speed of the liftgate, press and hold the add-on button while the liftgate is open. Continue holding the button after the first beep. You will hear three for speed 3, four for speed 4, and so on, up to six long beeps for speed 6. Release the button once you hear the number of beeps corresponding to your desired speed. The slowest speed is 3, and the fastest is 6. The factory default setting is speed 4.
If the trunk lacks the force to open (possibly due to a heavy spoiler or recent body repair), you can adjust the opening force. To do this, hold the black button on the back of the control unit. One beep indicates force 1, two beeps indicate force 2, and so on. Release the button when you hear the number of beeps corresponding to your desired force. The default force setting is 1.
Normally, there's no need to adjust the closing force. However, if the trunk cannot close completely, you may need to increase the closing force. To do this, use a flathead screwdriver to push up the lock in the latch, simulating a closed trunk. Then, hold the black button on the back of the control unit. One beep indicates force 1, two beeps indicate force 2, and so on. Release the button when you hear the number of beeps corresponding to your desired force. The default force setting is 1.
Please find the latest firmware from the below GitHub Repository:
Prepare a microSD card with a capacity of 32GB or less. Ensure it is in formatted in FAT32.
Obtain the update file, which will be provided by tech support if necessary. Rename the file to update.yst and place it in the root directory of the microSD card. Safely eject the card from your computer once this is done.
Insert the microSD card into the control unit. The red LED will flash rapidly. Wait until the LED light becomes solid, then remove the microSD card.
The LED should now be flashing constantly. Your system is now updated and ready to use!
