Tesla Model 3: Opening Hood with No Power
In the unlikely event that Model 3 has no 12V
power, you will be unable to open the front
trunk using the touchscreen, key fob, or
mobile app. To open the front trunk in this
situation:
Note: The following will not open the front
trunk if Model 3 is locked and has 12V power.
- Locate an external 12V power supply
(such as a portable jump starter).
- Release the tow eye cover by pressing
firmly on the top right perimeter of the
cover until it pivots inward, then gently
pulling the raised section toward you.
Note: Depending on production date,
either the positive or negative terminal
may be attached to the tow eye cover.

- Pull the two wires out of the tow eye
opening to expose both terminals.

- Connect the 12V power supply's red
positive (+) cable to the red positive (+)
terminal.
- Connect the 12V power supply's black
negative (-) cable to the black negative (-)
terminal.

Note: Applying external 12V power to
these terminals only releases the hood
latches. You cannot charge the 12V
battery using these terminals.
- Turn on the external power supply (refer
to the manufacturer's instructions). The
hood latches are immediately released
and you can now open the hood to access
the front trunk area.
- Disconnect both cables, beginning with
the black negative (-) cable.
- If pulling Model 3 onto a flatbed truck, do
not replace the tow eye cover yet.
Otherwise, replace the tow eye cover by
inserting the wires into the tow eye
opening and aligning the tow eye cover
into position and turning it into place.

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Special tools required for this procedure:
SPECIAL TOOLS
Pliers, Clip Removal (1133569-00-A)
On a wall, measure 14.5 in (36.8 cm) from the floor, and then apply a
length of 1-inch masking tape horizontally to the wall to mark the
measurement.
Measure 25 ft (7.62 m) from the wall, and then a
Install
Inspect the condition of the LH front door and the LH front door trim
panel. Replace any broken clips and repair any damage.
Bring the trim panel to the door, and rest it on the door edge.
If present, remove and discard the highlighted clip.
Attach harness to hooks (highlight