[Fixed] My 2008 Porsche Cayenne Base only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Killerbee
Member since October 2021 • 53 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2008 Porsche Cayenne Base?

Posted on November 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 01, 2024

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Bluemoon
Member • 142 posts

Same problem on my 2008 Porsche Cayenne Base. Watching for any working solutions.

December 01, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 46 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2008 Porsche Cayenne Base's key code.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
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This is exactly what I need for my 2008 Porsche Cayenne Base, thanks for posting!

December 03, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
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Looking for the same thing for my 2008 Porsche Cayenne Base, hope someone can help.

December 04, 2024 Reply
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December 05, 2024 Reply

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