The Tesla Model Y is the newest product from the Tesla family. It is a car that can be locked with a touch of a button.
The Model Y has an advanced keyless entry system that unlocks the car when you approach it and then locks it when you leave. This article will cover how to lock Tesla Model Y and also some pros and cons of this new vehicle.
How to Lock Tesla Model Y with Key Card
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To lock a Tesla Model Y with a key card, step out of the car, close the driver’s side door then place the key card on the key card reader to lock the door. The key card reader is located just below the Autopilot camera at the driver’s door pillar.
Tesla Model Y comes with two key cards which can be put inside your wallet or purse. After placing the key card on the key card reader as stated above the rear light will blink and the horn will sound once.
The Tesla Model Y has many safety features that are designed to protect occupants in the event of an accident. These include automatic emergency braking, side collision avoidance, and lane departure warning systems.
To ensure these features are working properly and to provide added protection for drivers and passengers, it’s important to have your Model Y regularly serviced by a certified Tesla technician. This can be done at any authorized service center or by scheduling an appointment online with your local service center or through.
How to Lock Tesla Model Y from Inside
To lock Model Y Tesla from inside, press the power button on your door handle which will turn on your lights, then pull up the door handle. Once you have done that, all of your doors will be unlocked. Now press the power button again and all of the doors should lock automatically.
It is very important to lock the doors while driving because it will prevent people inside to be opening them unnecessarily. Tesla sees it fit to provide the feature for prevention purposes because opening doors while inside can lead to an accident.
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How to Unlock Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y can be unlocked by using either of the three keys stated earlier. You can place your key card on the reader while outside to unlock the door, pressing the key fob, or touching the unlock icon on your phone key.
Possession of the key card is very vital in other to avoid unnecessary embarrassment. Always make sure your phone key is fully charged and the key fob battery is replaced when dead.
How Do You Lock a Tesla with a Key?
The Tesla can be locked by using either of the three keys (key card, phone key, and fob key). You can place your key card on the reader to lock the door, pressing the key fob or touching the lock icon on your phone key.
Your smartphone should always be charged if you want to be using it to lock the Tesla. It is very important to be moving with your key card in a situation where your phone is down the key card can be used as an alternative.
Why Won’t My Tesla Lock when I Walk Away?
Tesla Model 3 and Y don’t have the walk-away feature but Tesla Model X and S have this feature. Doors can automatically lock when you walk away carrying your phone key or paired key fob if you own a Tesla Model X or Model S.
If Model 3 detects your phone or key fob for five minutes after you exit the vehicle Walk-Away Lock disables and doors do not lock when you walk away. In this case, you must manually lock your Model 3 vehicle with the key card.
Does Model Y Come with Key Fob?
The Tesla Model Y comes with a key fob, key card, and phone. The key fob can be used to lock and unlock the Tesla Model Y by pressing the lock or unlock button on the key fob.
The Tesla Model Y key fob has an inbuilt battery inside which is replaceable. The inbuilt sensor inside the key fob aid the connection between the Tesla Model Y and the key fob for all the various operations.
Does Model Y Have Passive Entry?
Tesla Model Y has a passive entry feature whereas if you are with your key fob the door will be unlocked. You have to pair your key fob to the Tesla Model Y before activating the passive entry mode for easy and convenient use.
The passive entry on the Tesla Model Y aid the Tesla owners in easily unlocking their cars without using the key card frequently. Tesla always recommends you to hold your key card whereas you can use it for backup sake.
Conclusion
Model Y is a version of Tesla that can be locked/unlocked via using the key card, phone key, or fob key. When using the key card you have to place it on the key card reader while you need to press the lock icon on the phone or key fob.
Always remember that the Tesla Model Y does not have the walk-away lock feature. You have to be locking your Tesla Model Y by manually placing your key card on the key card reader located below the Autopilot camera.