Homelink on Cybertruck - anyone install?

[PungoteagueDave]

I think as long as you have too many people apologizing for their decision you are right, but if enough people complain they want a homelink option they will do a 180. Just like they did on the Yoke and they did on the turn stalk in the model Y.

It isn’t a “decision”. It is a technology limitation. Tesla could not and cannot provide Homelink in the CT, full stop. They did not decide to exclude it. They aren’t happy about it. But they had/have no option to provide it.

Homelink is a proprietary third-party system. Every auto manufacturer that proves Homelink functionality buys the hardware and software licensing from Gentex Corporation (formerly Johnson Controls until 2013). Because the CT is low volume, and EVERY other auto with Homelink is 12-volt architecture, it makes no sense for them to make the hardware and provide it for Tesla to install in the CT, as they do for the other (12-volt) Tesla models.

I had the Homelink kit installed in our new MY Juniper a few months ago, works great, but Tesla did not have that option for the CT. The MY was prewired and had a reserved space and receiver nuts for the kit, something not done for the CT - so even if Tesla could convince Gentex to provide the module in a 48-volt version, we existing CT owners will not see this functionality.

We have three houses with three different systems, all of which can receive Homelink codes, and two that have MyQ. However, with the truck I’m staying old school. This isn’t so bad:

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[eswimm]

It isn’t a “decision”. It is a technology limitation. Tesla could not and cannot provide Homelink in the CT, full stop. They did not decide to exclude it. They aren’t happy about it. But they had/have no option to provide it.

Homelink is a proprietary third-party system. Every auto manufacturer that proves Homelink functionality buys the hardware and software licensing from Gentex Corporation (formerly Johnson Controls until 2013). Because the CT is low volume, and EVERY other auto with Homelink is 12-volt architecture, it makes no sense for them to make the hardware and provide it for Tesla to install in the CT, as they do for the other (12-volt) Tesla models.

I had the Homelink kit installed in our new MY Juniper a few months ago, works great, but Tesla did not have that option for the CT. The MY was prewired and had a reserved space and receiver nuts for the kit, something not done for the CT - so even if Tesla could convince Gentex to provide the module in a 48-volt version, we existing CT owners will not see this functionality.

We have three houses with three different systems, all of which can receive Homelink codes, and two that have MyQ. However, with the truck I’m staying old school. This isn’t so bad:

There are 12V devices in the car already. Tesla didn't include Homelink because they chose not to.

 

[PungoteagueDave]

There are 12V devices in the car already. Tesla didn't include Homelink because they chose not to.

Exactly what 12 volt devices? I see none except the trailer connections. We don’t have a basic 12-volt cigarette lighter outlet. There are converters for USB outlets (not 12 volt) and an inverter for the 120 outlets, but I am not aware of any 12 volt devices on the truck, am happy to be corrected. A senior Tesla exec told me the reason for no Homelink is the 48-volt issue. One of the stated major engineering advantages found in the CT is its 48-volt harness, which allows much thinner wire and reduced copper cost.

 

[Gaximus]

Exactly what 12 volt devices? I see none except the trailer connections. We don’t have a basic 12-volt cigarette lighter outlet. There are converters for USB outlets (not 12 volt) and an inverter for the 120 outlets, but I am not aware of any 12 volt devices on the truck, am happy to be corrected. A senior Tesla exec told me the reason for no Homelink is the 48-volt issue. One of the stated major engineering advantages found in the CT is its 48-volt harness, which allows much thinner wire and reduced copper cost.

The Radio module is on a 12 volt system, so is the OBDII connector(required by law). It’s not that hard to convert 48v to 12v. They could run thin 48v wires to the location, then use a converter to drop it down to 12v. Or just split pff the 12v running to radio module. There are probably plenty of other 12v accessories I don't know about.

 

[TickTock]

It isn’t a “decision”. It is a technology limitation. Tesla could not and cannot provide Homelink in the CT, full stop. They did not decide to exclude it. They aren’t happy about it. But they had/have no option to provide it.

Homelink is a proprietary third-party system. Every auto manufacturer that proves Homelink functionality buys the hardware and software licensing from Gentex Corporation (formerly Johnson Controls until 2013). Because the CT is low volume, and EVERY other auto with Homelink is 12-volt architecture, it makes no sense for them to make the hardware and provide it for Tesla to install in the CT, as they do for the other (12-volt) Tesla models.

I had the Homelink kit installed in our new MY Juniper a few months ago, works great, but Tesla did not have that option for the CT. The MY was prewired and had a reserved space and receiver nuts for the kit, something not done for the CT - so even if Tesla could convince Gentex to provide the module in a 48-volt version, we existing CT owners will not see this functionality.

We have three houses with three different systems, all of which can receive Homelink codes, and two that have MyQ. However, with the truck I’m staying old school. This isn’t so bad:

This is even better. Out of sight, yet easily accessed. Does not interfere with the cyberfridge, either.

 

[TickTock]

I just ordered this device - eKyro smart Garage Door Opener. It requires no monthly subscriptions and according to the online documentation can be used in a geofencing mode to automatically open/close the door when you leave/return (with the, also free, SmartLife App). Has anyone here tried this device?

 

[eswimm]

Exactly what 12 volt devices? I see none except the trailer connections. We don’t have a basic 12-volt cigarette lighter outlet. There are converters for USB outlets (not 12 volt) and an inverter for the 120 outlets, but I am not aware of any 12 volt devices on the truck, am happy to be corrected. A senior Tesla exec told me the reason for no Homelink is the 48-volt issue. One of the stated major engineering advantages found in the CT is its 48-volt harness, which allows much thinner wire and reduced copper cost.

In addition to those quoted above, there's also 12V in the mirror area that people tap into for radar detectors. Tesla should have been able to add a buck converter and used the same homelink module used in the rest of the vehicle lineup. The thinner wire allowed by the 48V system wouldn't be an issue, because thicker wire (if it were actually needed) would only be required between the buck converter and the homelink module.


You can even jump the CT with 12V if needed.

 

[NX-01Cybertruck]

On Teslas the modules use three wires. Power ground and LIN communication. Need to find that somewhere to tap into. Plus a way to enable in software since I don't see homelink commission in service menu.

 

[PungoteagueDave]

On Teslas the modules use three wires. Power ground and LIN communication. Need to find that somewhere to tap into. Plus a way to enable in software since I don't see homelink commission in service menu.

All current Homelink systems have this. Which is why our trucks can’t be retrofitted except for third party solutions with a converter.

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