[Working] Where mechanics look for key code on 2011 Porsche 911

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Rustyshack
Member since November 2021 • 94 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2011 Porsche 911

Posted on February 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 585 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Porsche 911. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Betamax
Member • 61 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2011 Porsche 911?

March 01, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 111 posts

My 2011 Porsche 911 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 129 posts

Does this method work for the 2011 Porsche 911 models from 2010 onward?

March 03, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 124 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2011 Porsche 911!

March 04, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 65 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2011 Porsche 911!

March 05, 2025 Reply

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