[Free Tool] Is it possible to recover the immobilizer code for my 2018 Ferrari Portofino?

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Rustynail
Member since June 2022 • 31 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2018 Ferrari Portofino key fob?

Posted on September 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1935 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Ferrari Portofino. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Electric
Member • 99 posts

Following this for my 2018 Ferrari Portofino. Please update if it works!

September 16, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 59 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2018 Ferrari Portofino. This is a lifesaver.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 18 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2018 Ferrari Portofino—might work for mine too.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 23 posts

Was about to give up on my 2018 Ferrari Portofino, but this gives me hope.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 71 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2018 Ferrari Portofino—might work for mine too.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 78 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2018 Ferrari Portofino—need the code first.

September 21, 2024 Reply

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