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Systems and methods for enhanced vehicle valet mode

US11919478B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 25, 2021
Grant dateMar 5, 2024
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Expiry dateAug 15, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2221/2111
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are disclosed for an enhanced valet mode for vehicles. An example method may include receiving a request for a temporary valet passcode. The example method may also include generating a temporary valet passcode. The example method may also include displaying a request for entry of the temporary valet passcode. The example method may also include determining that an input has been received. The example method may also include determining that a mobile device is located within the vehicle or within a threshold distance from the vehicle. The example method may also include preventing the vehicle from starting based on authorization of the mobile device for a period of time subsequent to the input being received.

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