[Closed] Just got a new key for my Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Targa, but code is missing

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Yellowfin
Member since March 2023 • 32 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Targa?

Posted on January 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Targa. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 20, 2025

Replies (4)

Zombieking
Member • 23 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Targa.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 88 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Targas?

January 21, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 10 posts

I’m not alone! My Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Targa is doing the same thing.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 61 posts

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

January 23, 2025 Reply

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