[Verified] Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1997 Porsche 911?

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Icecold
Member since July 2022 • 30 posts

Looking for my 1997 Porsche 911's key code to program a new key

Posted on August 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 930 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Porsche 911. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 06, 2024

Replies (4)

Viperstrike
Member • 39 posts

Does this method work for the 1997 Porsche 911 models from 2010 onward?

August 06, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 76 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 1997 Porsche 911, thanks for posting!

August 07, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 100 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1997 Porsche 911 too!

August 08, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 70 posts

Really need the key code for my 1997 Porsche 911, thanks for sharing!

August 09, 2024 Reply

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