[It Worked!] Trying to program a new key for 1988 Porsche 930 - code required?

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Jumpman
Member since September 2021 • 67 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 1988 Porsche 930 - help?

Posted on December 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1988 Porsche 930. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Moonwalker
Member • 119 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1988 Porsche 930.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 26 posts

Been stuck with my 1988 Porsche 930 for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 36 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 1988 Porsche 930's key code.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 72 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1988 Porsche 930.

December 17, 2024 Reply

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