Tesla Model S 2nd facelift (Plaid) (2021–2026) — Key Programming Reference
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Key fobs & transponder keys (2 variants)
| Key | Years | FCC ID | P/N | Chip | Freq | Battery | Blade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLE+UWB · 2AEIM-1614283 | 2021–2026 (Plaid / refresh facelift, all markets) | 2AEIM-1614283 | 1618096-91-G | n/a | 2.402–2.48 GHz BLE + 6.4896–7.9872 GHz UWB | CR2032 | n/a |
| 13.56 MHz NFC · 1104284-01-J | 2021–2026 (Plaid / refresh facelift, all markets) | n/a | 1104284-01-J | NXP NTAG-class passive NFC tag (13.56 MHz HF, no battery) | 13.56 MHz NFC (passive) | n/a | n/a |
Programming procedures
What the job needs
- Add a key: 1 existing working key required.
- All keys lost: no existing working key needed.
- PIN / security code: Tesla account auth (no PIN).
- Online / server access: required — None.
- On-board (no tool) sequence: possible for this case.
- On site: engine ready · Vehicle awake / READY mode · n/a.
- Bring: Tesla account access (owner). Photo ID + vehicle registration.
Tool coverage
Documented for this case on: Autel IM608 Pro II · Autel IM508S · Autel KM100 · Xhorse Key Tool Plus · Xhorse Key Tool Max Pro · Lonsdor K518 Pro / K519 · OBDSTAR X300 DP Plus · AutoProPad G2/G3 · Advanced Diagnostics Smart Pro · Launch X431 IMMO Elite / IMMO Plus. Step-by-step menu paths for each tool are in the app.
Notes & cautions
- This chassis (Model S Plaid facelift, 2021-2026) spans Tesla's BLE phone-as-key + NFC card key system — owner-managed via touchscreen, NO locksmith tool involvement possible. Plaid facelift (Refresh) is wholly BLE-card based; mechanical key/blade does not exist. For all-keys-lost, owner must contact Tesla Service with proof of ownership — no aftermarket AKL path exists.
- Existing authenticated key (card / fob / phone) required to add new key.
- If all keys lost: contact Tesla Service (no locksmith path).
- Tesla AKL (all keys lost) is NOT a locksmith service. Refer customer to Tesla Service.
- Tesla Service can provision new key cards to the account via Tesla Mobile Service or service center visit. Customer must provide proof of ownership.
- No aftermarket tool supports Tesla key provisioning.
Lockout
⚠️ Do NOT use air wedge (flush handles). Long reach through top of window or call Tesla.
30 verified sources · Last verified: 2026-08-10
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