[Success] Is the immobilizer code written anywhere on the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long?

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Echolima
Member since February 2023 • 134 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long?

Posted on August 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Laserfocus
Member • 122 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 38 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long this hard?!

August 30, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 71 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 59 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long's key code.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 130 posts

Using this on my 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long now. Hope it works.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 74 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long key issue.

September 03, 2024 Reply

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