Pause or manually position the liftgate, hold its underside close button until the confirmation chime, and clear saved heights through Controls > Service > Remove Saved Locations.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified for the powered liftgate on the current 2025+ Model Y manual, including 2026 U.S. vehicles.
Does the documented scope match your car?
This check combines the verified year, any source-supported powertrain scope, source-named trim/package and required equipment. It does not read a VIN or factory build record.
Published availability and qualifications
Verified for the powered liftgate on the current 2025+ Model Y manual, including 2026 U.S. vehicles.
- 2026 Model Y with powered liftgate
Know what kind of control to look for.
This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.
Step by step.
- 01
Open the rear liftgate in a clear area.
- 02
Pause it from the touchscreen while moving, or carefully move it by hand to the preferred height.
- 03
Follow the touchscreen prompt or press and hold the underside liftgate button until a confirmation chime sounds.
- 04
Close and reopen the liftgate to verify the saved stop.
- 05
To clear saved locations or restore default behavior, use Controls > Service > Remove Saved Locations.
Important limits
- Always check overhead clearance and monitor the moving liftgate.
- Opening height can be affected by incline or cold weather.
- The maximum height varies with vehicle configuration.
Quick checks.
- ✓If no chime sounds, hold the underside button longer at the intended height.
- ✓Clear saved locations and program the height again if the stop is inconsistent.
- ✓Remove ice or obstructions before testing.
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Tesla Model Y Owner's Manual — Rear Trunk
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