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Tesla: "Mobile Access Disabled"
Mobile Access off or car in Service Mode
Tesla says this error shows when Mobile Access is switched off in the car or the car is in Service Mode, which blocks some app functions during repairs.
Fix it
How to fix "Mobile Access Disabled"
On the touchscreen, tap 'Controls' > 'Safety & Security' and turn on 'Allow Mobile Access'.
If the car was just serviced, ask the Service team to confirm Service Mode is off when you collect it.
Book a service appointment in the Tesla app if the error stays after pickup.
From Tesla's help pages: tesla.com, in our words. Checked on 11 November 2026. If the steps do not help, Tesla's own support is the next stop.
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