[Issue Closed] Where do I get the key code for my Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe to make a spare key?

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Jazzcat
Member since February 2022 • 46 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 817 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Grace
Member • 80 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 87 posts

I think my Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 77 posts

Same problem on my Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe. Watching for any working solutions.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 129 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe!

December 28, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 143 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe. Thanks!

December 29, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 54 posts

Following this for my Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe. Please update if it works!

December 30, 2024 Reply

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