[Archived] Programmed new key but 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder still won’t start - code?

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Ultraviolet
Member since October 2021 • 27 posts

How can I retrieve my 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on August 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 841 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 31, 2024

Replies (6)

Alphabeta
Member • 76 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder. This is a lifesaver.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 6 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder?

September 01, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 12 posts

Using this on my 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder now. Hope it works.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 19 posts

Worked for someone with a 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder? Need to hear it!

September 03, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 130 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder?

September 04, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 146 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder too!

September 05, 2024 Reply

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