Tesla Model Y - The Ultimate EV Hack You Must Know! Auto Power Frunk

Both of our Tesla Model Y's have had an automatic frunk opener installed, and it has been one of the best things I added to our Teslas. The first 2020 Tesla Model Y was equipped with V3 of the Hansshow Auto Frunk Opener, and our 2021 was equipped with the original V5 Auto-Frunk opener. Now, this new version has made yet more improvements and operates more reliably than all previous versions.
This Model Y had a Frunk opener on it for some time, but I removed it to install this newest version. Although I never had any issues, I wanted to get a look at the improvements that have been made in this last year.
This new version is much more straight forward to install, and is easier due to enhancements to brackets, wire harnesses and more. This is a DIY friendly item to install, and if you come with the right equipment, and follow my tips in the video, you should be able to do this without any major problems.
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[@uldumdude]

Just got my 2023/24. model Y yesterday - Placed order for this frunk kit right away, good times seems to be ahead :-)

[@alexstupka]

Loled at the zoom on the golf cart. Nice edit there.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Couldn’t resist lol

[@Comonique]

This is a great video. Love the lighting and you can see everything.. ❤

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

It was hard to get everything really visible but I did my best. Some shaky footage but you can see it

[@Comonique]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy I used your video to install my using your code but I can not open mine from the car screen and sometimes it will not open using the app either. Do you recommend a fix for this issue?

[@larryfine6865]

1 1/2 years ago I installed this myself. I love it. It makes frunk much more usable plus no touch open & close. Looks awesome and should be stock equipment. Highly recommended if you can wrench a little. 2021 Model Y LR 62K miles ❤❤❤

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Same experience I’ve had

[@khinekhine613]

Do you love model Y LR generally ? i am gonna pick up one tomorrow.

[@marcelsilveira1117]

Another great video!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Cheers

[@beelust4312]

At first, I thought I could do that DIY, but the last part of the video you changed my mind 😮. Enjoy your camera work & identifying tools.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Haha. You can TOTALLY do this.

[@jmattos]

I love hansshow stuff!! I've got the front and rear screens, yoke, and rear tail lights. Love em!

[@yonceydelatorre3802]

Have you noticed after those mods, on your screen it shows the rear windows are down on the screen but they are physically not down? When I hit the switches to close them then it shows them closing even though they are already closed?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Lots of cool stuff to consider

[@dridzzzz_]

Another banger video from the Bearded one!!!!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Appreciate you

[@OrganicStuff1]

LOL the neighbor in the golf cart wooooo

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

lol

[@bspencersf]

Yes. This, and for Model 3, the hands free trunk lid release. Both are well worth the $$ and time.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

agree

[@viseerrdentsawl8494]

I had the hanshow frunk opener for a while. I loved it, until one day it didn’t latch properly and the trunk popped open when I got on the highway. That was scary. Fortunately I was able to pull over safely and was not impacted by other vehicles. Insurance handling it was interesting because they kept asking me what other cars were involved lol. Nonetheless, I had the hood replaced and a new windshield because the hood damaged and cracked the windshield and when it opened.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Damn man. Yea, may want to watch that the hood latches properly I guess

[@JonathanRootD]

I'll stick to OEM thank you.

[@bobsilva6222]

Wow! That is beyond scary. Hard to trust after that.

[@sunnypatel1606]

Yikes that sounds scary! If you don’t mind me asking, which version did you have

[@weho_brian]

wow that is scary, better to stick with OEM

[@wavey912]

I gotta give you respect man

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Cheers

[@Muddy_B]

Removing the wiper arm was the pro tip for the strut on the Drivers side! I tore my arm up doing that side, wish I would of thought of that. Nice the added more length to the wire harness so you can mount the control box higher

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Every version I have seen, which is at least 3 of them, had a better wire harness. This one is by far the best. Removing the wiper was something I never thought of until this instal, which is the 3rd time ive done it lol.

[@silentmajority5657]

I will re-watch your video when I get mine. Very helpful Sir.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davedougal1974]

Thanks for this man! Looking forward to adding all the main accessories once our Model Y Performance 2023 arrives in May! This is a must ! Great video and love the still shots to show what your talking about! Thanks again! Dave

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Most welcome!

[@Rockytesla]

Great video 🎉

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Cheers

[@Rockytesla]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy cheers 🥂 Tesla world 🔥

[@okhera1]

Very Nice Bro! Get Good People!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Always!

[@Bikerbug2020]

The infamous 10mm socket, the only item that when it is needed somehow always seems to be missing. Need like 10 of those things. Now that is a lot of spaghetti wires to deal with, nice install.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Lol, that’s why I have multiple 😎

[@belavet]

Looks great. I think I may end up doing this install. Have watched a few videos on it now. Not a criticism of the install, but considering that the motor is meant to be mounted with a zip tie, I am surprised they don't have a dedicated slot in the housing of the unit for said tie. Would just feel better knowing that there's no shot of it wiggling free. My only other concern is the emergency release. If people see a power frunk and realize that it's not stock, they could easily walk up and pop it when you aren't around. Maybe not a HUGE issue, but something to be mindful of if you are storing any valuables up there.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

The latch can be undone with or without this kit from that slot opening. The motor is fine because it connects to the latch via a steel cable. Super stiff and doesn’t have a chance to hang up on anything

[@PQV-8898]

My wife and I both drive Teslas and we rarely ever use frunk unless we're packing the cars for a long road trip. Daily driving? Never. But sure, having power frunk would be nice.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I used to not use it either. Then on the first Y when we got the opener, we started using it all the time

[@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck]

You need to look in the Frunk. I just might be in there!

[@thepizza123]

Does this have a pressure sensitive close, or would it fold your hood in half with a bag that's too big in there?

[@xipalips]

If I disable the programming box, will it stop the beeps but otherwise still work?

[@fayzeenali4953]

Will this void the warranty?

[@dslfrk59]

Installed it today on my 23 model y. Only issue is i can't close it with the app. I can open it but once its open the app knows the frunk is open and wont signal the latch again to signal the system to close.

[@arisTVd]

We need it for the mach e

[@phat_gunpla_etc]

wow! i wished it was 90 degrees here!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Lol

[@thesimplegig]

Way too much work

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

well, I mean its not as easy as a center console lol.

[@Jimbojam]

It's not that much work. I did the auto door handle and soft closing door kit and let me tell you, that was a lot of work

[@sandywright-leonard5238]

You lost me when you pulled out the spring..too much work. Love your neighbors golf cart.

[@Travel_Just_Us]

Can you do a comparison video or at least opinion testing Stats, Tessie, Tezlab apps and any other? Think those are the three popular.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I have only used StatsApp

[@JC-cf4rs]

My Rivian has a power Frunk-it’s incredibly convenient and super awesome to have… Thinking of buying a Tesla and can’t imagine not having a power frunk now-but this is a TON of work

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Super convenient

[@321brianh]

I just installed mine. Everything is working except for being to close my frunk through the Tesla app. Anyone have any suggestions?

[@pattognozzi]

So I have one of those and love it. But it has caused issues with service. I am missing my 12 volt jump cable in the access port in the front bumper. I made a service request to have that figured out. After they started they saw the auto frunk open ore and said they wouldn’t touch anything in there since there was an aftermarket mod. I argued they had nothing to do with each other but here I am, still missing a 12v emergency jump wire.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

id challenge them on that. They can't deliver a car missing safety equipment and say ope, not our problem since you added power struts to the frunk...

[@pattognozzi]

@@BeardedTeslaGuyI think you’re absolutely right. I’m going to pull the tub and look around in the bumper area. Hopefully it just fell out of its harness clips somehow and it’s an easy fix. If not I’m going to reschedule and try again. It’s a 2021 still under warranty fortunately.

[@frumpd63]

Saw a KZbinr a few years back that had this open at speed and absolutely demolish the roof and hood. I'm sure it's convenient but too much risk for me.

[@rickeybarnes6471]

Yes I saw the same video and after that happened to him, I said no way ! I am okay closing the frunk manually.😊

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

That was several versions ago. I don't know all the details of what caused it. One of the safety features built in now is that it completely powers down when not in park. Meaning, when you are driving it cannot activate.

[@JC-gw4jl]

wow you have the link? I'm curious

[@rickeybarnes6471]

@@JC-gw4jl KZbin called Chasing Mods March 29, 2021, Title is: Tesla and Hansshow’s Response to My Frunk Situation + Car Meet! Hope this helps.

[@JC-gw4jl]

@@rickeybarnes6471 thanks

[@ChristianOliver]

Speaking of upgrades, is there a good small trailer for carrying extra stuff on long trips? Something aerodynamic and light weight?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I’d avoid a physical trailer at all costs. Even a roof box would be better. Tailgate basket even better

[@rockingrave]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy - any reason?

[@yonceydelatorre3802]

I heard with time, the hood starts bending due to it being aluminum and eventually you get really bad gap all around from it bending. I guess it is not made to be closed with those certain pressure points on that MOD.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Interesting. Haven’t had that happen to mine

[@yonceydelatorre3802]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy You might have the new version? Who knows, I mentioned it because I saw a video of a dude complaining, so it kind of worries me, not sure if this guy is just beating up Hanshow as a hater or not? Who knows, but here is the video of the dude griping about it… kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWGriXpvpMh6jtE

[@LiveLearnLove1172]

can you make a video on manually open frunk when the battery failed?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

It’s pretty boring. It’s just a pull tab that releases the latch

[@ManhNguyen-tq2lf]

Hi Breaded Tesla, Dose the new version need to install 2 little screws including the kit. I remember last year video your old version 1 of little screw was loose then you put locktie.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Nope! That has been resolved on this latest version

[@ManhNguyen-tq2lf]

Thanks, so I discard both screws come with the kit.

[@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck]

LOL “breaded” Tesla guy? Deep fried too? I’m gonna have to change my diaper…

[@tripbreaker]

When you watch people restore Rolex watches and repair iPhones, nothing seems impossible.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

exactly

[@MartyTeslaModelY]

I should say, what is the difference between the one that I purchased from Honshow six months ago and the new one you just installed?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

You would know best. Did it look different than the one you installed? If not, then it’s the same. If it does look different then there’s some slight updates

[@groves0008]

Frunk wasn't fully closed and lifted when driving down the road! Cracked wind shield and bent the hood! If you put something in the frunk and it closes, but due to the safety mechanism it stops closing (sucks down, but doesn't latch), or doesn't fully close... It doesn't let you know on the screen. (A repeatable flaw) YOU! have to physically make sure it closes completely every time. Also it didn't last... Used it for like 6 months and it stopped working.. Tried back and forth with Hanspree, but it was difficult to use the Whats Ap and time difference in China is 12hrs difference... However, the shocks are much softer and makes it easier to close the hood manually, so I just left it.. It clicks to open, but it doesn't self lift or close. Mine version was the 2022 Model Y V5... The frunk is pretty much unusable in stock form for me.. Had to press too hard to close the frunk and the hood would bend.. Having to press it in a certain spot to not bend the hood every time is a pain! Overall, I would recommend it, just know that you need to watch it latch before you start driving... Hopefully they fixed the bugs with the new version or Maybe wait until Tesla comes out with their version! My version also required some bending of the metal to get the hood to close perfectly flush... My mechanical experience is above average.. I have changed starters, alternators, rotors, water pumps, radiators etc... Hope this info helps! Good Luck! Be careful.... Watch that hood close flush before you drive off!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Very important to make sure it is adjusted correctly and to keep an eye on it for a bit to make sure

[@xplmr1]

"...should be pretty much the same thing, just some updated hardware some updated software." - Bearded Tesla Guy 2023 😂

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I mean...It sounded good at the time haha

[@xplmr1]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy It reminded me of Larry the Cable Guy when he said "I once dated a girl that looked like Michelle Pfeiffer, only she was shorter, fatter, and her face was different." 😆 Cheers on the new Model X also. Your comments on the yoke had my wife staring at me and saying, I told you it sucks. I'm going to get the steering wheel instead. She's driven our new X a total of five miles. I said give it a chance but that seems to be a cliche at this time.

[@insanvini1203]

Man, hopefully I can get that autofrunk but their damn expensive

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Wait for a holiday, the BTG code gets boosted during those. It may be boosted now for Easter?

[@lastlion65]

its worth 200... and way to Manny Tie wraps on things that should be mounted with bolts or screws

[@NoDrugsHereEver]

Does it soft close or auto latch if you just pull it down manually?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

You can manually push it down

[@aymanlockhartable]

I wonder how much Tesla would charge installing!?

[@LucindaF]

Are there any safety features? Alarm indicating drunk is open Disable opening frunk capability if car is moving

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

The car itself notifies you if the frunk is open and you try to move. When the car is moving the frunk opener does not operate

[@jebaker2]

I wouldn't feel confident enough to do this myself. Who works you typically hire to do this? A mechanic? Body shop?

[@Muddy_B]

Maybe like a shop that does car audio/electronics.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

You could look for a shop that does radios or stuff like that I'd think. Or look for a specialty Tesla shop

[@davidkaplan5517]

The problem is trusting a place that doesn’t do these all the time. I’d go to a Hannshow install place.

[@jeffmarks3218]

Hey Bearded Man, Can you open and close the FRUNK via the Key Fob?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Yep

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Well, assuming the fob has a release button for the frunk, then yes

[@dontgetsalt2045]

Website doesn’t include 2023? I’m wondering if it works on the 2023 model y

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

It does

[@1969kodiakbear]

Additional safety features. By the way, I have difficulty communicating because I had a stroke in Broca’s area, the part of the brain that controls speech. 2/8/2021 but I lived again. (My wife helped me compose this.)

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Cheers

[@whyworkwhenicanrap6830]

Does it mess up after a while does it always work

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I haven't had an issue in the years ive had these things on my car.

[@MartyTeslaModelY]

What is the difference between this one and the one I installed six months ago?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Don’t know for sure

[@MyTeslaTrek]

How long did it take you to install?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

about an hour and a half including adjustments

[@fly4fun24]

i installed mine one year ago, right out of the bet, i got an error on the display but it works fine , every time i open and close it, that anoying message shows up. tech support is not existent.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

There is an update file that can be downloaded and uploaded to the unit. I’d start there.

[@derek1049]

I would recommend everyone against doing this, one of the hanshow made struts stopped working on my MYLR. I heard it has happened to some others as well. It is a mess to fix, so keep things stock please its not worth the cost.

[@davinchewk]

Which version of the kit did you install?

[@Degu67]

This is by far the MOST DANGEROUS modification for your frunk. If it opens for any reason (wrong or bad installation, bad ground or contact after corrosion, software bug, while driving on the highway, the hood will smash on your windscreen, you get blind and crash for sure. Think about it why Tesla is not offering a auto frunk.

[@tobindavis9351]

Actually, it is standard on the X & S.

[@Degu67]

@@tobindavis9351 oh, did not know that. Then another question: Who takes responsibility, when this aftermarked mod would fail? Most probably not Tesla.

[@viseerrdentsawl8494]

Happened to me. Frunk did not latch properly and it popped open on the Highway.

[@roadbiker1590]

Scary, the question is if this a critical needs to have it install

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

The most current version powers off when in drive and reverse. It can’t operate when moving.

[@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck]

Since I live in a Frunk, I am THE expert. I approve 🧠

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Excellent! Haha

[@davekozlowski1266]

Love mine... install was about $100

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I love ours too. Use the Frunk WAY more with this.

[@km8364]

how does it affect warranty ?

[@JetFire9]

While you go to work everyday, your warranty will be on permanent vacation after this install. So it’s great for your warranty, but not so great for you.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

It doesn't directly impact your warranty. If something fails, Tesla would have to prove this directly caused the failure. It doesn't void the warranty on the entire car if it were to be found to have caused your latch to fail as example.

[@JetFire9]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy You're talking about a company that routinely re-invents what is normal to get out of covering warranty items. Do you really want to give them an excuse like this on a silver platter? Do you really want to go to arbitration or small claims court to get your car repaired? How hard is it for them to claim the frunk electronics are to blame and how hard is it for you to refute that? Did you build the car? They did. Are you compensated in anyway for promoting this product?

[@yystl]

@@JetFire9 Why are you so angry? Are you sure you are taking it out on the right person?

[@JetFire9]

@@yystl Have you had Tesla SC's deny your warranty claims for no good reason? Have you read about all the people that have experienced the same? Do you think it's a good idea to take advice from some guy on the internet that gets paid to promote a product that will very likely cause you warranty denials of very expensive parts? It's already happening on the Tesla forums. So yes, I am addressing the right person that is misleading his viewers into thinking everything will be ok because of some law that still makes your life a living nightmare when your Tesla breaks down. Wake up, sheep.

[@teslarob4790]

What do you do when the unit won’t actually “power open” - mine opens (unlatches) but then doesn’t extend. I have to raise it by hand. Then the button will close it. 🧐 Mine it’s like the initial “unlock” doesn’t let the hood get up enough for the power to take over. I am stumped.

[@oscarbrearealtor]

If you help me install it I will jump on it jejeje!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Lol

[@qman66]

Same

[@kylehill4437]

Who has a 10mm socket...I thought we all lost ours lol

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Haha you mean 13 mm right?!

[@mxwill5]

Does this void any warranties with Tesla?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Not directly. If it was proven to cause an issue it could

[@Cars_and_Games]

Very cool, but I've owned two Teslas since 2018 and literally opened the frunk 4 times.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Because it’s not powered! If it was, you’d use it all the time like I do

[@Cars_and_Games]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy Could be true. 🤔 One of the reasons I don't like to use it is I don't like putting my hands all over the hood.

[@AMRivlin]

Seems like Tesla should offer this stock...

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Yea I agree

[@aykoro]

Handshow products suck.. had to rip mine out for an EV offer.😢

[@matsoupanos2411]

Very easy!!😂😂😂

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

It is! Promise!

[@badtoro]

I get the coolness of this but way too many people stating that it dies after a couple of years and or opens up on the highway. Stay away from Hansshow products.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I have literally never had this happen in 3 years. but, that doesn't mean someone didn't have an issue. I wouldn't want to have to deal with Hansshow or any other company with an issue like that to be honest.

[@badtoro]

I have seen these complaints as well. Scary

[@davejohnson6144]

I would be way to paranoid that the frunk would pop open in the fwy !!! Haanshow has the worst and unreliable frunk opener! Buyer beware!

[@mele2259]

Not a diy project at least for me

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Lol understand

[@jingwizard]

You need to forward this to Elon…

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

For realz

[@samchisholm2088]

Loved this idea until I saw how much it took to do(even sped up). Pass.

[@yavuzkilic1223]

its not worth it as they go bad too quickly, it is very tricky to install, and Hansshow do not honour the warranty they offer and waste of time and effort for little gain!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Hmm…I’ve had 3 and have not had one go bad. I did have a pin come out that got a design change due to working itself out. I added loctite to the threads after

[@yavuzkilic1223]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy you make it sound easy to do, however it is very tricky to replace especially the driver side struts, and fitting the suction motor as the latch sensor is rather delicate... and when the fitted part goes kaput it then is a nightmare to reverse since Hansshow is not interested in taking the responsibility in my case

[@skepticalmechanic]

$500.00? No thanks…

[@paf268]

I had Tesla mobile service install mine which they were happy to do free of charge. Actually, that’s not true. Sorry.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Lol