[Status: Resolved] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Porsche 911 Carrera

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Ultrasonic
Member since May 2022 • 125 posts

Where's the key code located on a Porsche 911 Carrera for key programming?

Posted on November 01, 2024
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. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (4)

Youngturk
Member • 56 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Porsche 911 Carrera.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 121 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Porsche 911 Carrera.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
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Was about to tow my Porsche 911 Carrera. Let me try this first.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
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November 05, 2024 Reply

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