[Completed] Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2012 Porsche Cayenne?

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Xenoking
Member since July 2022 • 119 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2012 Porsche Cayenne

Posted on September 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1878 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Porsche Cayenne. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 10, 2024

Replies (6)

Codeninja
Member • 142 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2012 Porsche Cayenne. Trying this instead.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 108 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2012 Porsche Cayenne. Need the code badly.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 69 posts

If this works for my 2012 Porsche Cayenne, I owe you big time.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 10 posts

My 2012 Porsche Cayenne just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 137 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2012 Porsche Cayenne.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 63 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2012 Porsche Cayenne.

September 15, 2024 Reply

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