Removal of frunk tub (front trunk): DIY how-to & pics

[CommodoreAmiga]

In the bottom of the middle picture is what looks like an emergency latch release. But since you need to get INTO the frunk to remove stuff to access it, it seems unlikely that it releases the frunk latch. But what else could it be a release for? Is it accessible through the grill (which means it could release the frunk)?

It's to open the charge port door, in case of electronic failure.

And to get into the frunk in the event of electronic failure:

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[PAFDenver]

The charge port door.

Thanks. Forgot about that.

 

[Jose13zara]

It's to open the charge port door, in case of electronic failure.

And to get into the frunk in the event of electronic failure:

I would think this is not a good thing for the frunk security

 

[Monkey]

I would think this is not a good thing for the frunk security

It's not. That's why it's recommended you don't put your valuables up there. Same with a Tesla or other EV. The frunk has to be easily accessible for emergency response so they can cut power to the vehicle. Hence why Teslas still use a standard hood latch and they have been reluctant to incorporating powered open/close functionality.

 

[Jose13zara]

It's not. That's why it's recommended you don't put your valuables up there. Same with a Tesla or other EV. The frunk has to be easily accessible for emergency response so they can cut power to the vehicle. Hence why Teslas still use a standard hood latch and they have been reluctant to incorporating powered open/close functionality.

 

[AllInev]

I would think this is not a good thing for the frunk security

Agree. That bothered me when I first saw in the R1T Owner's Manual that alternate release mechanism for the hood.

I'm hoping that when the R1 is locked, the vehicle alarm will sound if the hood gets opened like that. Otherwise, the world is just a screwdriver away from unfettered (mostly) access to our frunks.

 

[CommodoreAmiga]

I'm hoping that when the R1 is locked, the vehicle alarm will sound if the hood gets opened like that. Otherwise, the world is just a screwdriver away from unfettered (mostly) access to our frunks.

Isn't that true of most vehicles/buildings?

 

[kanundrum]

Oh man, Sandy Monroe is gonna shit ... a... brick... when he sees all those connectors.

Was just thinking the same, good thing he is not taking his apart because he loves it so much LOL.

 

[psklenar]

And yet…Not a turbo encabulator in sight.

You can't do that to the youngsters ... you have to explain it to them ... Here's the original video from GM ...

The Turbo-Encabulator

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[crashmtb]

You can't do that to the youngsters ... you have to explain it to them ... Here's the original video from GM ...

The Turbo-Encabulator

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a later video, made when Chrysler had acquired the technology from GM, provides some service instruction.


I wondered if the presenter was still kicking, sadly It appears he died a year ago. https://www.simplefunerals.net/obituary/irving-haggart

 

[AdamsFan1983]

Was just thinking the same, good thing he is not taking his apart because he loves it so much LOL.

He just bought another one on the secondary market to tear down.

 

[BigE]

I see the 12v battery under the cowl. And who said BEV’s were simpler than an ICE vehicle?

Wow...that is one massive strut tower brace.

 

[dleewla]

where is the 12v battery?

also any chance you can see what type of cabin air filter is there? i've been asking CS if it has a HEPA filter and they don't seem to know or how to find out.

 

[dzmconstr]

Well, what ya got there is a standard Johnson Rod which could use a Retorque. And your blinker fluid looks a little low.

Don't forget the Giubo disc there in middle by that thingee, thinks it's the fetzer valve.
Dzm

 

[Dark-Fx]

I'm also seeking advice from the engineering department.

If a front trunk is called a frunk....

Do we have to call a front trunk tub a frub?

I'm waiting for a company to release an EV pickup with a front bed. Or a fred

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