[Solved] Just changed ECU on my 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard - need new transponder code?

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Ghostrider
Member since October 2022 • 23 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard?

Posted on September 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 11, 2024

Replies (5)

Javajunkie
Member • 9 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard. This is a lifesaver.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 31 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard. Thanks!

September 12, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 20 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 135 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard, would this method still work?

September 14, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 35 posts

Really need the key code for my 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard, thanks for sharing!

September 15, 2024 Reply

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