[Solved] Options when VIN is unreadable for 2004 Porsche 911 key code

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Electriceel
Member since March 2023 • 146 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2004 Porsche 911

Posted on May 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1030 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Porsche 911. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 23, 2025

Replies (3)

Diana
Member • 69 posts

My 2004 Porsche 911 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

May 23, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 105 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2004 Porsche 911. This looks promising.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 86 posts

Been stuck with my 2004 Porsche 911 for weeks. This might be the fix.

May 25, 2025 Reply

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