[Confirmed Fix] Where can I buy the programming code for a 1990 Porsche 964?

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Echolima
Member since May 2022 • 25 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1990 Porsche 964?

Posted on October 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 980 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1990 Porsche 964. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 31, 2024

Replies (6)

Alphadog
Member • 131 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1990 Porsche 964.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 123 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1990 Porsche 964, hope this helps.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 9 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 1990 Porsche 964.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 18 posts

My 1990 Porsche 964's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 03, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 57 posts

Worked for someone with a 1990 Porsche 964? Need to hear it!

November 04, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 19 posts

Worked for someone with a 1990 Porsche 964? Need to hear it!

November 05, 2024 Reply

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