Quick answer

Park, choose Controls > Safety > PIN to Drive, turn it on and follow the prompts to create a four-digit code.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified for 2025 U.S.-market Model Y vehicles with supported software.

Compatibility check

Does the documented scope match your car?

This check combines the verified year, any source-supported powertrain scope, source-named trim/package and required equipment. It does not read a VIN or factory build record.

Can you see the required control, menu or equipment on your vehicle?
Published availability and qualifications

Verified for 2025 U.S.-market Model Y vehicles with supported software.

  • 2025 Model Y electric lineup with owner-authorized Tesla account access
Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Vehicle security orientation diagram for Tesla Model Y
Vehicle security orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Shift into Park and touch Controls > Safety.

  2. 02

    Select PIN to Drive and enable the toggle.

  3. 03

    Create and confirm a private four-digit PIN.

  4. 04

    After leaving and returning with a valid key, verify the PIN prompt appears before driving.

  5. 05

    Keep a key card and Tesla account recovery access available.

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Important limits

  • Valet Mode disables PIN to Drive while that restricted profile is active.
  • The PIN works in addition to, not instead of, normal key authentication.
  • Only the owner account can clear the PIN from the mobile app when the touchscreen is unavailable.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓Use the Tesla-account recovery link on the PIN prompt if forgotten.
  • ✓Restart an unresponsive touchscreen before trying again.
  • ✓The owner can use Security & Drivers > Clear PIN in the Tesla app if necessary.
Owner feedback

What happened on your vehicle?

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Primary evidence

Tesla Model Y Owner's Manual — Safety & Security Settings

Relevant section or page: PIN to Drive. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.

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Scope and steps were checked by Car Cheat Codes Editorial Review. A guide is narrowed or corrected when the source does not support a broader claim.

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