[Solution] Help needed - 2000 Porsche 911 not recognizing replacement key

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How can I find my 2000 Porsche 911's key code to program a new key?

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Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2000 Porsche 911. Trying this instead.

My 2000 Porsche 911's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

This trick worked for my buddy's 2000 Porsche 911. Giving it a go myself.

Following along—same issue with my 2000 Porsche 911.

Finally, something that might help with my 2000 Porsche 911's key code issue!

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2000 Porsche 911. Thanks!

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