[Status: Resolved] Trying to reprogram key for 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S, but no PIN code

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Lightspeed
Member since May 2022 • 116 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S for key programming?

Posted on May 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 972 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 05, 2025

Replies (6)

Phoenixrise
Member • 33 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S for days.

May 05, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 11 posts

My 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

May 06, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 73 posts

My 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

May 07, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 57 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S key issue.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 87 posts

Just what I needed! My 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S has been acting up lately.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 117 posts

Using this on my 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S now. Hope it works.

May 10, 2025 Reply

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