[Archived] Dealer charging $150 for 2016 Porsche Cayenne key code - alternatives?

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Hyperlink
Member since June 2022 • 45 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2016 Porsche Cayenne

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Porsche Cayenne. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (5)

Megamind
Member • 53 posts

My 2016 Porsche Cayenne might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 19 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2016 Porsche Cayenne.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 89 posts

My 2016 Porsche Cayenne just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 76 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2016 Porsche Cayenne!

May 22, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
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Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2016 Porsche Cayenne.

May 23, 2025 Reply

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