[Working] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet

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Xrayspecs
Member since September 2022 • 52 posts

Need my 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on February 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 12, 2025

Replies (4)

Electricslide
Member • 56 posts

I’m not alone! My 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is doing the same thing.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 6 posts

If this works for my 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet, I owe you big time.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 62 posts

My 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 10 posts

Anyone try this on a 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet with push-button start?

February 15, 2025 Reply

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