[Solution] My Porsche 718 Cayman Coupe is bricked - dealer says key code issue

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Zerocool
Member since December 2022 • 116 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Porsche 718 Cayman Coupe?

Posted on November 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Porsche 718 Cayman Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 26, 2024

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Captaincrunch
Member • 128 posts

Key code problems with my Porsche 718 Cayman Coupe as well. Subscribed!

November 26, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 93 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Porsche 718 Cayman Coupe. Giving it a go myself.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 39 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Porsche 718 Cayman Coupe. Trying this instead.

November 28, 2024 Reply

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