[Archived] Where do I enter key programming code in 2021 Tesla Model S Long?

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Happyfeet
Member since January 2023 • 80 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2021 Tesla Model S Long?

Posted on October 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 538 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 Tesla Model S Long. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Windwalker
Member • 130 posts

Will this work for older 2021 Tesla Model S Longs? Mine's a 2009.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 76 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2021 Tesla Model S Long's key code issue!

October 10, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 124 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2021 Tesla Model S Long?

October 11, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 12 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2021 Tesla Model S Longs?

October 12, 2024 Reply

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