2025-10-03

Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1224057021 FRT 0.12 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautionsfor safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-10-03: Removed incorrect step for connector green pin.
  • 2024-3-28: Added information on the frunk switch connector locking pin.
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Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  3. Remove the LH and RH bump stops (x2).
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
  4. Remove the bolt caps (2) and bolt covers from the floor of the underhood storage unit, and then remove the bolts (x6) that attach the underhood storage unit to the vehicle.
    12 Nm (8.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Do not release the underhood storage unit from the vehicle as there is still a harness attached.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  5. Remove the windshield washer fluid cap.
  6. Carefully and partially lift the LH side of the underhood storage unit from the vehicle to gain access to the frunk switch harness, and then disconnect the harness from the switch.
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    CAUTION
    Do not lift the frunk assembly too much, as the electrical harness is still connected to the frunk.
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    Note
    The green pin is not a locking mechanism and its removal is not required.
    Figure 2. Frunk removed from vehicle for clarity
  7. Release the underhood storage unit from the vehicle, and then remove the underhood storage unit from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the underhood storage unit into the vehicle, and then connect the safety lock connector.
    Figure 3. Frunk removed from vehicle for clarity
  2. Install the windshield washer fluid cap.
  3. Install the bolts (x6) that attach the underhood storage unit to the vehicle, and then install the bolt caps (2) and bolt covers.
    12 Nm (8.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  4. Install the LH and RH bump stops (x2).
    Figure 4. LH shown; RH similar
  5. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  6. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.