[Answered] Does anyone have a way to retrieve a 1993 Porsche 928 PIN code?

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Voodoochild
Member since June 2023 • 80 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1993 Porsche 928 to program a key?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1511 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Porsche 928. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Pixelpusher
Member • 39 posts

I think my 1993 Porsche 928 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 125 posts

Trying this out on my 1993 Porsche 928 today—hoping it works.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 48 posts

Trying this on my 1993 Porsche 928 later. Will report back.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 44 posts

Anyone try this on a 1993 Porsche 928 with push-button start?

September 23, 2024 Reply

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