[Verified] Code card missing from my 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Base, stuck now

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Emeraldcity
Member since March 2023 • 75 posts

How can I obtain my 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Base's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on March 26, 2025
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 Cayman Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 27, 2025

Replies (6)

Oldschool
Member • 134 posts

This just might solve my 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Base's ignition issue.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 42 posts

Same issue here with my 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Base, let me know if it works.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 113 posts

Following this for my 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Base. Please update if it works!

March 29, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 96 posts

I think my 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Base has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 66 posts

Been stuck with my 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Base for weeks. This might be the fix.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
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Was about to give up on my 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Base, but this gives me hope.

April 01, 2025 Reply

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