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What are valet switches?
The valet switch allows you to temporarily bypass all alarm functions, eliminating the need to hand your transmitter to parking attendants or garage mechanics. When the system is in valet mode, all alarm functions are bypassed, however the remote panic feature and remote door locks will remain operational.
What is a valet bypass switch?
The valet button or switch permits the owner to temporarily bypass the alarm functionality of the system. To enter or exit valet mode, disarm the system with a working transmitter, your personalized manual override code, or using the procedure below which is to enter or exit valet mode.
When would you use valet mode?
Tesla’s Valet Mode is a feature that prevents valets from driving recklessly and having access to the owner’s personal information. Tesla introduced the feature in 2015 as part of an over-the-air software update.
What is the purpose of a valet key?
Several sports cars also have smart technology valet keys. In essence, the key is intended for people to give to valets to park their cars or to repair shops to use. The valet key will open the car door and start the car but will prevent someone from unlocking the glove box or the trunk.
Why is my car in valet mode?
What is “Valet Mode”? Valet mode is a setting in Compustar and Arctic Start systems that will shut down the alarm system and the remote starter. It will only allow the remotes to retain key-less entry to be used to lock and unlock the doors.
How does valet mode work?
When Valet Mode is activated, Tesla’s operating system restricts some of the car’s functionality. Valet Mode will limit the car’s maximum speed to 70 mph, reduce acceleration by about 50 percent and disable the use of autopilot.
How do I cancel valet mode?
How to Exit Valet Mode
- Insert your vehicle’s key into the ignition and turn to the “ON/RUN” position. Do not crank the engine.
- Press and release the LOCK and TRUNK buttons (I & III) simultaneously.
- Remove the key from the ignition and attempt to remote start your vehicle.
Will my car start in valet mode?
Valet mode is a setting/feature your remote starter has, that allows you to disable the ability to remote start the vehicle. It is designed to be used when you take your vehicle in for service or if you are lending the vehicle out and wish to prohibit (ie turn off) the ability to remote start the vehicle.
How do I get my car out of valet mode?
How do I Turn Off valet mode on my car?
On systems from the late 1990s and newer, using trial and error, press & hold the valet button 1-5 times for a second each time. On systems from the mid 1990s and earlier, turn the valet toggle switch to the off position. On both scenarios the system will now remain in valet mode.
What is a valet button on a switch?
In those cases the button is the valet button (also known as override button or programming button.) Also, it’s good to know that on the toggle switch style valet switches, the position which has a small notch in the metal is the OFF position. Why do you need a valet mode?
Where is the valet/bypass switch located?
Sometimes when an alarm shop installs an aftermarket system with a valet/bypass switch they don’t mount the switch or they don’t hook it up completely. What you need to do is look for the keyless entry receiver (brain). It is usually located under the dash on the driver or passenger side. It is a plastic box with wires coming out of it.
What is the valet button on a remote start system?
Note that some systems have a button and a switch and this usually indicates it is a remote start system where the toggle switch is used simply to turn remote start functionality on and off. In those cases the button is the valet button (also known as override button or programming button.)