Will a phone in a Tesla cause it to lock?

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How to unlock your car with the Tesla Phone Key feature is described in this article.

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The Tesla Model 3 does not automatically lock when you walk away, but the key fob and phone key app are intended as backups.

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To set it up, you must first launch the Tesla mobile app and then tap the phone key.

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Then, all it takes is a quick tap of your smartphone to unlock your automobile.

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In addition, you may unlock your Model 3 with an extra key card, giving you another fallback option in case you lose your phone or key fob.

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The Tesla's ability to lock when your phone is inside may also be bypassed using the key app phone.

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You won't have to worry about leaving your car unlocked if you use the key fob that was developed for the Model 3 and can detect proximity.

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