2025-10-22

Key Card - Program (No Keys Present) (Program)

Correction code 17450306 0.06 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-10-22: Added note that this procedure can only be performed by Tesla employees or authorized third parties.
  • 2025-05-27: Released new procedure.
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Note
Some of the Toolbox Actions within this procedure are related to vehicle security and can only be performed by Tesla employees or third parties authorized to perform security-related Toolbox Actions. To learn more, see the Service Subscription FAQs available in the user account dropdown menu.
  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  3. Run PROC_VCSEC_C_PAIR-NFC-CARDS-AND-FOBSvia Toolbox: (link).
  4. Input number of keys to be paired to vehicle then select "Run"
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    Note
    Single or multiple keycards may be programmed, Select "X" at top right of window to close once complete.
  5. Place the NFC card(s) on on left side of phone dock
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    Note
    Key pairing will begin
  6. Navigate on the vehicle UI to Controls > Locks > Keys. Confirm that the key appears.
  7. Confirm that the programmed key card unlocks and starts the vehicle.
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    Note
    Tap the driver side exterior B-pillar area to lock/unlock vehicle. Tap the left side of the phone dock to start vehicle
  8. Disconnect Toolbox 3 and remove the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  9. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.