[Issue Closed] How to read key code from 2012 Porsche 911 ignition

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Xenoking
Member since October 2022 • 41 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2012 Porsche 911

Posted on August 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Porsche 911. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Ultraviolet
Member • 95 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2012 Porsche 911.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 25 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2012 Porsche 911—might work for mine too.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 128 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2012 Porsche 911 too!

August 07, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 41 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2012 Porsche 911!

August 08, 2024 Reply

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