[It Worked!] 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4S stopped working after jump-start - immobilizer?

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Betatest
Member since January 2023 • 54 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4S to make keys?

Posted on January 16, 2025
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 17, 2025

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Neonqueen
Member • 146 posts

This thread might save my 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4S. Thanks everyone!

January 17, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 86 posts

Been here before with my 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4S. Let’s see if this one works.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
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Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4S.

January 19, 2025 Reply

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