DIY - Tesla Model 3 Automatic Trunk.

Today we're showing you how to fit a Hansshow power tailgate kit to your Tesla Mode 3, something that all pre 2021 owners will be missing, I'm sure. We often see a cheaper ram and spring kit that fail or don't work at all, but we've found the Hannshow equipment to be excellent quality, so we fitted one to our own car. They work from the app, main screen, the regular manual release and retrofit 'close' button supplied with the kit. This particular kit was supplied by evaccessories.... and it was fully paid for. This isn't a paid video.

[@MCSMIK]

Sweet baby jesus that's quite a job. I think I'll leave mine on manual to avoid screwing up in the process

[@thelifeofbatteries2603]

i've fitted over 40 of these kits, i can do frunk and trunk in about 4 hrs now. You should use micro fibre towels to stop the rear bumper sides scratching the paint also the retainer for the wheelarch screw should be fitted AFTER the bumper has been clipped back in as doing it before scratches the paint off when you push the bumper back in to place which can cause rust issues further down the line. The rear seat does not need force to remove it if you release the catches properly by pushing them sideways.

[@Durzel]

Silly question but whereabouts do you put the microfibre towels to protect the paint? It's not immediately obvious from this video.

[@stuartdealing5940]

Thanks for the really great video, It really helped me to install the Hansshow kick sensor on my M3P. Most of the install videos on KZbin show the sensor installed on the back of the tow hitch hatch which the 2021 M3P doesn’t have. Taking the bumper off is a little scary but gives the best solution. Only suggestion I would make is to protect the panel above the bumper with some masking tape as this can get a little scuffed by the bumper flapping about.

[@Gdank72]

I don't own a Model 3 ... but would have thought such a small rear tailgate would be easy to open without it being powered. But a thumbs up for a well documented installation guide.

[@mikeyonwin8195]

Hi John S and EV James, I, too, don't own a Tesla Model 3 but would also have thought such a small tailgate doesn't need to be "powered". Evidently, at least 40 other owners disagree. Well done James for an interesting and entertaining installation guide. My Morris 10 had/has in-cabin jacking points to lift the rear axle to facilitate puncture repairs 😜. (And, 1x 6V battery !)

[@jonnybonny4193]

@@mikeyonwin8195 I have a Model 3 and can say, this tailgail is one of the most pain in the ass tailgates I've used. My much larger VW Golf manual tailgail is easier to operate. I'll be installing this kit on mine soon!

[@JonathanPorterfield]

And i thought i was clever replacing a leaf key fob battery ! Amazing mate ! The 2021 M3 has power boot lift as standard, i know this as i can use our ReFLEX Demo M3 LR here on Orkney. About to decide on this or an E Nero ! 🤔 Take care matey, Jp

[@jeffcartwright7270]

Great video again James !. I believe there is a electric hatch back kit for the MG ZS EV ?. Not sure is it available in the UK yet thought.

[@craigoneill4504]

That was a really great video, well done! It's definitely not for the fainthearted installing that kit. It's something that gets easier the more you do! Thanks guys 👌😎

[@RWBHere]

I cannot see many people wanting to tackle that job, James! Well done with it though. 🙂 👍Very neat indeed, and worth the effort. I fail to see why Tesla shouldn't have that as an option. It would make a lot of sense. Even the MG 5 has it as a standard fitting. And the car is almost half the price of a Model 3.

[@GlynHudson]

Nice job, that's quite a bit of work. I don't have a M3 or any need to fit such a kit but really enjoyed watching the process. This video will be invaluable for anyone doing this

[@peterball8241]

I have the Mitsubishi PHEV with a power tailgate, thought it was a novelty but find it really useful. However it took a while to remember to press the button instead of pulling it down manually.

[@thesmallrougeone]

That would give me a nosebleed! Maybe if I had a big garage and could spend a few days with it...otherwise I'd be outside at midnight trying to find my T20 fitting! Great job 👏🍻

[@ElectricCarAustralia]

Thanks for taking the time and effort to demonstrate. Great video. 👍

[@ThePlugSeeker]

Great stuff! Can we get these in Leafs too 😁👍

[@wobby1516]

Unfortunately there’s not a kit for my Kia E Niro. If there were I’d consider fitting it.

[@nickieredshaw7835]

Thanks for another great video take care and safe travels

[@jeffreycooper8408]

Great to see a homemade mug of coffee again 😀

[@jur4x]

That 12V live feed looks quite beefy. How much can it supply? any chance of hooking up an inverter to it?

[@ElectricCarAustralia]

Possibly, but Tesla advise this will void car warranty so just need to consider that risk.

[@nickieredshaw7835]

Great video thanks how much is it supply and fit the kit ? And is how much is the fronk kit for the same for a 2020 m3 sr+ ?. Thanks

[@ONhistoryplus]

Is Kate ok? Not seen her for a while.

[@huwdavies6650]

Next part, installing a power Froot kit.

[@timw1971]

Very interesting, even though I don't have the car.

[@Durzel]

Would I be right in assuming you didn't unscrew any of the bumper clips/screws beneath the car? i.e. you just took off the ones needed to pull it away from the car at the top, for access? Also - is the 12v under the rear seats definitely constant power, rather than switched? All of the install guides show people running the power to the VCLeft or directly to the battery.

[@Jamesandkate]

Correct about the bumper. The 12v connection is switched, and should be IMO, it allows the module to be shut down and mitigate parasitic drain on the 12v. It powers up as soon as the key is recognised or the app is opened.

[@Durzel]

@@Jamesandkate Interesting, thanks. So you have no issues or activation delay opening the boot when the car is asleep? I’m looking to install both boot and bonnet lift kits. The bonnet lift kit install instructions have it connecting to the 12v battery in the front, but maybe this is better? (especially as you can’t open the bonnet without the car being unlocked)

[@ghrast]

this is a feature of the 2022 model 3 now

[@georgejelfs1347]

Ahhhhh I used to fit those on the fork lifts

[@ovefilms4809]

hi James ! Did you payed any duty tax for hansshow products ? I am planing to place a order and can't find any import tax info ! Thanks

[@dot7107]

Is there any factory warranty issues because this and similar aftermarket kits?

[@nigelweir3852]

I thought you were selling the model 3

[@craigevans6156]

You could have given it a wash first! 😂😂😱

[@rajbadwal85]

Hey James! How much would it be for you to come do this to mine please?

[@richardhaywoodh]

How much is the kit and how much for a professional cake eater like yourself from Cleevely to fit it?

[@michaelbarrie6184]

can you please confirm is there a mg emotion on KZbin in Candy red with Lambeau doors as a range of 350 Mile is that a prototype or is it available

[@HouseholdPhotography]

I did this worked amazing for months, now my truck just opens randomly, any idea how to do a reset?

[@Jamesandkate]

Opens on its own??

[@HouseholdPhotography]

@@Jamesandkate yep I’ll randomly get a message on my app my trunk has been left open. I’ll shut it then some random time later same thing

[@tomquimby8669]

You earn your money doing this.

[@FeatureRequest]

Nice 👍

[@marktiller1383]

James, do you have a heat pump for hotwater? I have solar, a Powerwall 2, a sanden heat pump for hotwater, 2.2 kWh per day to heat a 250 Lt tank.

[@paulhiggins8969]

James, have you had any issues with the power terminal under the back seat? From time to time, this terminal seems to ‘go to sleep’ and I loose power to the control box until you ‘wake it’ up again

[@Jamesandkate]

Hi, I’ve not had this at all, and I’ve fitted a shed load of them.

[@paulhiggins8969]

@@Jamesandkate Oh right. I contacted Hansshow when my system was working intermittently and they said this was the cause.

[@doubledutch13]

Nice 👍👍

[@buzzofftoxicblog791]

Neet wow fiddly thank you if we buy second hand 3 worth looking out retro fit tail gate lift thank you

[@knoxieman]

Nice work but a shame that this didnt used to be an option, I know they were trying to keep the price down but really would this have added that much? I would really like to see Tesla move from selling premium to affordable as soon as possible and drop the trucks and stupid wild ideas and just make an affordable family EV, no screens, no bells or whistles, a battery a motor and some seats, if they dont do it someone else will, sadly fossil car manufacturers are dragging this out as long as they can.

[@christopherrichardson5652]

Is it not a not easy solution to tick a box when you order your tesla and them fit as a Factory option ?

[@ONhistoryplus]

All new Model 3s now come with a powered boot lid as standard.

[@ipb1966]

Not an option until the latest version where it’s standard.

[@christopherrichardson5652]

@@ipb1966 oh ok didnt know wasnt a factory option from tesla ?

[@ghost70]

Seem alot of work and fathing about for a tailgate, plus messing about with components that you have had lots of quality issues with in the past. !!

[@richardh6756]

Love all your video's and your channel.i was thinking of going for used ev mk 1 leaf or Zoe. my first love is a E vw golf. to high price still over 20K.

[@truckerallister9080]

Too much work. I got one of a company called Tesland in the Netherlands.he is a commercial pilot in spear time and he makes these aftermarket gigs allso for the frunk and the rear to open with your foot underneath the rear bumper

[@stanfoyle8453]

Is this possible for an eniro predictive text error on previous post

[@GrrMeister]

*What a load of Waffle - Amazed not fitted as standard - it is standard on my 2019 Mercedes B200CDi AMG line Full Pack including Virtual Reality Sat Nav at with 81 miles on clock purchased at £23.3k - best MPG 85.6 Over 106 Miles average 53 MPH. Love it - It will take a lot more to convince me to go to a battery car that takes ages to recharge against Diesel Minutes, and if you have ever driven one you will agree I am sure virtually silent with 8 speed box rarely exceed 1500 rpm - Can you 'wave' your foot to activate and have control over height it opens to ?*

[@paulbrowne5049]

Diesel is pure filth.

[@chrishyde1216]

Yes but the emissions from diesels are damaging our health and the planet. EVs aren't perfect but less damaging.

[@richardcorns8553]

Hope you feel better now you've got that off you're chest. 👍

[@michaelgoode9555]

That's nice for you. I'd like to compare your running costs with a comparable EV over the life of a vehicle. I also watch The Car Wizard on KZbin. He repairs broken fossils for a living and the enormous costs associated with engine and drivetrain repairs as well as the incredible complexity will inevitably contribute to the end of fossil burning for personal transport.

[@edwyncorteen1527]

New ones have lift gate as standard, test drive one, your Merc will be gone and the filthy Diesel too, as you can see James was charging his car whilst working on it, takes way less time than your Merc to fill!

[@Rogerioantunes]

Hello, this is quite a long process, I was wondering if I was to buy the kit would you install in ton my model 3 and if so how much? I tried to look for your instagram account to message you privately but couldn't find one.