Have you ever experienced the frustration of not being able to unlock your Tesla with your iPhone?
If you have, you are not alone.
Many Tesla owners have reported this issue on various forums and social media platforms.
In this article, we will explore the possible causes and solutions for this problem, and how you can avoid it in the future.
How To Fix Tesla Not Unlocking with iPhone Issue?
#1. Enable Bluetooth
Make sure that your Bluetooth is turned on and that your phone is paired with your car.
You can also try to disconnect and reconnect the Bluetooth connection or turn it off and on again.
#2. Logout & Login Back In Tesla App
Make sure that your Tesla app is running in the background and that it has permission to access your location and Bluetooth.
You can also try to log out and log back into the app or update the app to the latest version.
#3. Give Permissions in your phone’s app settings
Make sure that your phone has permission to access your location and that it is set to always allow the Tesla app to use your location.
You can check this by going to Settings > Privacy > Location Services > Tesla > Always.
Your phone must be close enough to your car that it is not in a place that may interfere with the Bluetooth signal.
You can also try to hold your phone near the driver’s door handle or the center console to improve the detection.
#4. Update the software & Tesla App
Make sure that both your phone and your car and the Tesla app have the latest software updates installed.
You can check for updates in the settings of your phone and in the software section of your car’s touchscreen.
#5. Reset Your Car
If none of the above solutions work, you can try to soft reset your car by holding down both scroll buttons on the steering wheel until the touchscreen turns black and reboots.
This may help to clear some temporary errors or glitches.
#6. Check the battery level
Make sure that your phone has enough battery power to run the Bluetooth and the Tesla app.
If your phone is in low power mode, it may affect the performance of the phone’s key feature. You can try to charge your phone or turn off low-power mode.
#7. Check the network connection
Make sure that your phone has a stable internet connection, either through Wi-Fi or cellular data.
If your phone is in airplane mode or has no service, it may prevent the Tesla app from communicating with your car.
You can try to switch on and off the airplane mode or move to a different location with a better signal.
#8. Check the car settings
Make sure that your car has enabled the phone key feature and that your phone is listed as an authorized device.
You can check this by going to Controls > Locks > Phone Key on your car’s touchscreen.
You can also try to remove and re-add your phone as a phone key.
#9. Use a backup key
If all else fails, you can always use a backup key to unlock and start your car.
You can use either a physical key card or a digital key code that you can enter on the touchscreen. You can find these backup keys in the glove box or in the app.
Why is Tesla Not Unlocking with iPhone?
#1. Bluetooth connection issues
Sometimes, your phone may not be able to connect to your car via Bluetooth due to various factors, such as distance, obstacles, interference from other devices, low battery, or software glitches.
#2. Tesla app issues
Sometimes, your Tesla app may not be running in the background or may have been closed by accident or by another app.
This can prevent your phone from communicating with your car and acting as a phone key.
#3. Phone location issues
Sometimes, your phone may not be detected by your car if it is in your back pocket, purse, backpack, or other places that may block the Bluetooth signal.
#4. Software update issues
Sometimes, your phone or your car may need a software update to fix some bugs or improve compatibility.
If you have not updated your software for a long time, it may cause some problems with the phone key feature.
Conclusion
Tesla phone key is a great feature that makes accessing and driving your car easier and more convenient.
However, sometimes it may not work properly due to various reasons.
If you face this problem, you can try some of the solutions mentioned above or contact Tesla customer support for further assistance. Remember to always keep a backup key handy in case of emergencies.
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