[Resolved] Tesla Model S P90D stuck in anti-theft mode - code lost

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Gamerpro
Member since April 2022 • 83 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Tesla Model S P90D for programming keys?

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Tesla Model S P90D. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (3)

Wildthing
Member • 59 posts

Just tried this on my Tesla Model S P90D—anyone else have success?

February 13, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 42 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Tesla Model S P90D for a while.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 135 posts

If this works for my Tesla Model S P90D, I owe you big time.

February 15, 2025 Reply

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