{"id":3839,"date":"2024-03-18T21:03:05","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T04:03:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/?p=3839"},"modified":"2024-03-27T04:01:44","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T11:01:44","slug":"how-to-lock-your-tesla","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/how-to-lock-your-tesla\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Lock Your Tesla While Charging: With Useful Info"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Charging a Tesla can take a while. So, you may decide to use that time to get some errands done, which requires leaving the car unattended. So, is it possible to lock your Tesla while it\u2019s charging?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to lock your Tesla while it\u2019s charging. Generally, you can use the following methods to lock your Tesla:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul type=\"video\">\n<li><strong>Key fob: Press the top button once.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tesla mobile app: Tap the lock icon on the Tesla app.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key card: Connect your key card to the pillar below the self-driving camera.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading for more information about how you can charge your Tesla and keep it locked.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1 uagb-toc__collapse uagb-block-fa493acf     \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#1-key-fob\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">1. Key Fob<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#2-tesla-mobile-app\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">2. Tesla Mobile App<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#3-key-card\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">3. Key Card<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-to-lockunlock-different-tesla-models\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">How To Lock\/Unlock Different Tesla Models<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#model-s-and-model-x\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Model S and Model X<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#model-3y\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Model 3\/Y<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#will-tesla-auto-lock-if-left-unlocked-after-parking\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Will Tesla Auto-lock if Left Unlocked After Parking?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#can-i-leave-my-key-fob-in-the-car\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Can I Leave My Key Fob in the Car?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#will-my-tesla-unlock-when-the-charger-is-disconnected\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Will My Tesla Unlock When the Charger Is Disconnected?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#model-3-does-not-lock-when-i-walk-away-what-to-do\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Model 3 Does Not Lock When I Walk Away. What To Do?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#pro-tip-can-you-share-a-map-link-to-your-tesla\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Pro Tip: Can you share a map link to your Tesla?<\/a><\/ul><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-key-fob\">1. Key Fob<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A key fob is the primary way to lock\/unlock Teslas. Although the key fobs in different Tesla models have different functions, they all share three buttons to lock\/unlock the frunk, doors, and trunk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To lock any part of your Tesla, you need to press the corresponding button once. Press the button twice, and the vehicle will unlock.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tesla.com\/support\/model-3-key-fob\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tesla<\/a> has made two versions of key fobs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul type=\"video\">\n<li>&nbsp;Non-passive entry&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Passive entry&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Model 3 key fobs are non-passive, meaning that you need to lock\/unlock the vehicle by pressing a button. With the newer version\u2014passive entry\u2014your Tesla automatically unlocks if you&#8217;re within three feet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-tesla-mobile-app\">2. Tesla Mobile App<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One year after making the Model S, Tesla introduced its <a href=\"https:\/\/screenrant.com\/tesla-model-3-phone-key-card-unlock-set-up-how\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mobile app<\/a> in 2012. Among its many functions, the mobile app lets you lock\/unlock the doors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to pair the phone with your Tesla:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"video\">\n<li>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/tesla-app-start-button\/\">Tesla app<\/a> (available for both iOS and Android).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the vehicle icon on the Tesla touch screen on the bottom line.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to locks.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Press add a lock.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the app and choose the phone key.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Put your phone and the card key or key fob in the right places to be read.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You can lock\/unlock your Tesla by tapping the special icons in the app. You can also use your phone as a key card via NFC.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile has-palette-color-2-color has-palette-color-6-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 40%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.156), 16px);\"><em><em>Anyway, on a somewhat similar note, I also wrote a related article that will shed more light on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/tesla-key-fobs-cards\/\">Tesla Keys, Fobs, and Key Cards<\/a>. Check it out and let me know what you think!<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-card.jpg\" alt=\"tesla-key-card\" class=\"wp-image-3681 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-card.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-card-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-card-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-key-card\">3. Key Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A keycard comes in handy when your phone isn&#8217;t available or runs out of battery. Models S, X, Y, and 3 come with two keycards and a wallet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To use the key card:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"video\">\n<li>Pair it with the car (go through the same steps mentioned for the app).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect it to the pillar below the self-driving camera to lock\/unlock the door.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-lock-unlock-different-tesla-models\">How To Lock\/Unlock Different Tesla Models<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"model-s-and-model-x\">Model S and Model X<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When Tesla manufactured the first Model S, there was no phone app or keycard. So, the key fob was the only way to lock the vehicle. <br><br>However, If you buy a refurbished Model S or Model X, you can use the key card and the app to lock\/unlock your Tesla.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Model X key fobs have some cool features. Besides the front, top, and backside buttons, they have two buttons on the sides to open\/close the right\/left passenger doors. <br><br>Plus, you can tap the top of the key fob once to close all the open doors, even the trunk, and frunk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a video demonstrating the key fob of a Model X:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Tesla Model X- Keyfob functions, Summon, and Charging\" width=\"1290\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Bem7NnZcmJ4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"model-3-y\">Model 3\/Y<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You won\u2019t get a key fob after buying a Model 3 or Model Y since it has been replaced with the Phone Key. You also get a key card, which comes in handy when your phone isn\u2019t accessible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interestingly, the Phone Key works as a key fob in Tesla Model 3, meaning your Tesla can recognize your phone and unlock the vehicle\u2014even if the phone is in your pocket.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tesla Model<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Default Lock\/Unlock Option<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Model 3\/Y<\/td><td>Mobile App Keycard<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Model S and Model X<\/td><td>Key fob Mobile App Keycard<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-4431626c uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M112.1 454.3c0 6.297 1.816 12.44 5.284 17.69l17.14 25.69c5.25 7.875 17.17 14.28 26.64 14.28h61.67c9.438 0 21.36-6.401 26.61-14.28l17.08-25.68c2.938-4.438 5.348-12.37 5.348-17.7L272 415.1h-160L112.1 454.3zM191.4 .0132C89.44 .3257 16 82.97 16 175.1c0 44.38 16.44 84.84 43.56 115.8c16.53 18.84 42.34 58.23 52.22 91.45c.0313 .25 .0938 .5166 .125 .7823h160.2c.0313-.2656 .0938-.5166 .125-.7823c9.875-33.22 35.69-72.61 52.22-91.45C351.6 260.8 368 220.4 368 175.1C368 78.61 288.9-.2837 191.4 .0132zM192 96.01c-44.13 0-80 35.89-80 79.1C112 184.8 104.8 192 96 192S80 184.8 80 176c0-61.76 50.25-111.1 112-111.1c8.844 0 16 7.159 16 16S200.8 96.01 192 96.01z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\"><em><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Can you share a map link to your Tesla?<\/em><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-separator\"><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\"><em>If someone texts you an address you can click on the link and it will open up in the appropriate map app. You can also share this map link to the Tesla app which in turn will open on your in-car navigation as a destination. This is a really easy way to get the destination loaded in your Tesla. Try it out!<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"will-tesla-auto-lock-if-left-unlocked-after-parking\">Will Tesla Auto-lock if Left Unlocked After Parking?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Tesla doesn&#8217;t automatically lock if left unlocked. That\u2019s because automatic locking may cause some issues, including locking the car with the key inside. Instead, you can use walk-away automatic locking, enabling you to get it locked from a <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/long-distance-road-trips-planner-alternative\/\" title=\"long distance\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">long distance<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-i-leave-my-key-fob-in-the-car\">Can I Leave My Key Fob in the Car?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can put your key fob in the car and lock it with your phone key. However, If someone presses the button on the handle, it&#8217;ll unlock easily. That means it never locks properly with the key inside.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch this video to see how Tesla stays unlocked with the key inside:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Locking Tesla Key Fob in the Car!\" width=\"1290\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9kB7Xi52dXk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Will My Tesla Unlock When the Charger Is Disconnected?<\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>If you lock your Tesla, you can\u2019t disconnect the charger since the charger will be locked, too. That&#8217;s a security measure to avoid unauthorized unplugging. <\/strong><\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Model 3 Does Not Lock When I Walk Away. What To Do?<\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Check if your Bluetooth is on. Automatic locking won\u2019t work when your Bluetooth is off. Also, ensure there\u2019s no key fob or keycard inside the car. <\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/15-best-gifts-for-tesla-owners-to-buy-2022\/\"><strong>20 great gift ideas for yourself or a Tesla fanboy<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/contact\/\">Contact Us<\/a> if you have any questions or queries.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3UtBjw8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas.jpg\" alt=\"Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas\" class=\"wp-image-10509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Charging a Tesla can take a while. So, you may decide to use that time to get some errands done, which requires leaving the car unattended. So, is it possible to lock your Tesla while it\u2019s charging?&nbsp; It\u2019s easy to lock your Tesla while it\u2019s charging. Generally, you can use the following methods to lock [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3841,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[80],"tags":[1717,1711,1715,1709,1712,1708,1713,1716,1643,1710,1706,759,248,463,833,1645,1714,497,1707],"blocksy_meta":{"styles_descriptor":{"styles":{"desktop":"","tablet":"","mobile":""},"google_fonts":[],"version":6}},"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-fob.jpg",800,533,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-fob-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-fob-300x200.jpg",300,200,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-fob-768x512.jpg",768,512,true],"large":["https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-fob.jpg",800,533,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-fob.jpg",800,533,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tesla-key-fob.jpg",800,533,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Erwin Meyer","author_link":"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/author\/erwin-meyer\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Charging a Tesla can take a while. 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