
There is a button on the door handle that can be pressed or touched to lock or unlock the door. There is a row of raised ridges on the door handle; touching these ridges will lock the car. Close the door and touch the sensor area on the outside of the door. The turn signals will flash once, indicating the vehicle is locked. The vehicle will remind the owner that it is locked through the parking lights flashing, the horn sounding, and the side mirrors automatically folding. After locking, pull the door handle to confirm if it is locked. You can also check by observing if the side mirrors are folded or by pulling the rear door handle.

As a Model 3 owner, I find locking the car super easy. Normally when I walk away from the car, it automatically senses and locks. Using the Tesla App on my phone, tapping the lock button also gets it done instantly. To set up the auto-lock feature, just go to the lock options in the car's touchscreen settings menu and turn it on. The key card can be used by swiping it on the B-pillar of the left front door after getting out. In areas with weak signal, the App might not work, so use the key card to manually lock the car. After successful locking, the side mirrors will fold in, clearly indicating that the car is secure. Don’t forget to regularly update the App and system software to maintain smooth connectivity. I make it a habit to check the vehicle status in the App to ensure it’s locked, avoiding potential issues. The Sentry Mode can also enhance anti-theft protection. Overall, the experience is worry-free and full of tech-savvy convenience.

As a daily car user, my car locking process is very intuitive. The first step is to get out of the car, close the door, and walk away—the vehicle automatically locks within the sensing range. The second step is to use the Tesla mobile app, press the lock icon or card button to quickly lock the car. The third step is to use the key card as a backup method by swiping it near the B-pillar of the door to set automatic locking. Enable the lock option in the vehicle settings on the screen to avoid manual operations. When I have kids, I always make sure to double-check the app status after locking. After locking, the flashing lights or folding side mirrors serve as confirmation signals. In areas with poor signal, prioritize using the key card. If the app connection is unstable, try restarting the phone. Tesla's thoughtful design minimizes hassle, and the fast locking speed suits a busy lifestyle.

I focus on safety operations being simple. The car automatically locks when leaving, or you can use the mobile app to lock it. With the key card, swipe it on the B-pillar to confirm locking. The side mirrors will fold in when locked. If there's no response, check the settings. Don't rely solely on automatic locking in areas with weak signals; handle it manually. Ensure the app is connected and perform regular maintenance to reduce malfunctions. Tesla's keyless system is efficiently designed to make locking faster and more reliable. Safety comes first.


