[Status: Resolved] 2016 Tesla Model S 70 key reader not responding - code issue?

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Deltaforce
Member since September 2021 • 94 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2016 Tesla Model S 70 for key programming?

Posted on November 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1482 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Tesla Model S 70. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Windwalker
Member • 142 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2016 Tesla Model S 70.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 29 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2016 Tesla Model S 70 all week. Hope this helps.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 58 posts

I tried this with my 2016 Tesla Model S 70 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 09, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 44 posts

Saved me from towing my 2016 Tesla Model S 70. Thanks!

November 10, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 42 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2016 Tesla Model S 70.

November 11, 2024 Reply

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