[Completed] Programmed new key but 2004 Porsche Cayenne V6 still won’t start - code?

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Xenogamer
Member since May 2023 • 145 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 2004 Porsche Cayenne V6?

Posted on April 20, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on April 21, 2025

Replies (5)

Purplerain
Member • 149 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2004 Porsche Cayenne V6.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 119 posts

This just might solve my 2004 Porsche Cayenne V6's ignition issue.

April 22, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 101 posts

My 2004 Porsche Cayenne V6's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

April 23, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 62 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2004 Porsche Cayenne V6—need the code first.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
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Key code problems with my 2004 Porsche Cayenne V6 as well. Subscribed!

April 25, 2025 Reply

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