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

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Goldengate
Member since August 2021 • 76 posts

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

Posted on October 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 968 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Porsche 911. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 03, 2024

Replies (6)

Icedragon
Member • 74 posts

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

October 03, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 118 posts

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

October 04, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 128 posts

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

October 05, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 114 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2000 Porsche 911.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 131 posts

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

October 07, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 142 posts

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

October 08, 2024 Reply

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