Tesla 3 Owner's Manual page 9

Keys
Note: Although Bluetooth typically
communicates over distances of up to
approximately 9 meters, performance can vary
based on the phone you are using,
environmental interference, etc.
Note: If multiple vehicles are linked to the
Tesla Account, you must switch the mobile
app to the Model 3 that you want to access
before you can use the phone as a key.
Key Card
Tesla provides you with two Model 3 key
cards, designed to fit in your wallet. Model 3
reads a key card only when placed within very
close proximity (a few cm) to one of its card
readers. Card readers are located on the
driver's side door pillar and on the center
console.
To use a key card to unlock or lock Model 3,
position the card as illustrated and tap it
against the card reader located below the
Autopilot camera on the driver's side door
pillar. When Model 3 detects the key card, the
exterior lights flash, the mirrors unfold or fold
(if equipped with the premium package and
Fold Mirrors is on), and the doors unlock or
lock.
Note: You may need to physically touch the
driver's side door pillar with the key card, and
you may need to hold it against the
transmitter for one or two seconds.
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Once inside, power up Model 3 by pressing the
brake pedal within thirty seconds of scanning
the key card (see Starting and Powering Off
on page 51). If you wait longer than thirty
seconds, you must re-authenticate by placing
the key card near the card reader located
behind the cup holders on the center console.
When your key card is detected, your 30
second authentication period restarts.
Note: You must position the key card within an
inch or two of a card reader to allow Model 3
to read it. You may need to physically touch
the center console or driver's side door pillar
with the key card, and you may need to hold it
against the transmitter for one or two
seconds.
Note: Walk-Away Door Lock operates only
when using an authenticated phone. When
you walk away from Model 3 carrying your key
card, Model 3 does not automatically unlock/
lock, even if this feature is turned on (see
Walk-Away Door Lock
Caution: Always carry your key card with
you in your purse or wallet to use as a
backup in case your authenticated phone
has a dead battery, or is lost or stolen.
Key fob
If you have purchased the key fob accessory
(available for purchase from Tesla stores or
online at https://shop.tesla.com), you can
quickly familiarize yourself with this key by
thinking of it as a miniature version of Model 3,
with the Tesla badge representing the front.
The key has three buttons that feel like softer
areas on the surface.
on page 13).
Model 3 Owner's Manual