[Working] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster?

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Ninjastar
Member since October 2021 • 130 posts

Need my 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on November 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 05, 2024

Replies (5)

Unclesam
Member • 27 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster?

November 05, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 36 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster!

November 06, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 110 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster?

November 07, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 13 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster. Thanks!

November 08, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 146 posts

My 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

November 09, 2024 Reply

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