[Closed] Where's the key code card for Tesla 3 kept?

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Happyfeet
Member since October 2021 • 145 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Tesla 3 for making new keys?

Posted on August 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1589 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Tesla 3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 26, 2024

Replies (3)

Betamax
Member • 29 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Tesla 3, thanks for posting!

August 26, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 89 posts

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

August 27, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 133 posts

Using this on my Tesla 3 now. Hope it works.

August 28, 2024 Reply

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