[Method] Porsche 911 Type 996 immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Titanium
Member since October 2021 • 40 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Porsche 911 Type 996 - help?

Posted on April 21, 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 Type 996. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 22, 2025

Replies (3)

Hotwheels
Member • 44 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Porsche 911 Type 996.

April 22, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 98 posts

Was about to give up on my Porsche 911 Type 996, but this gives me hope.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 134 posts

My Porsche 911 Type 996 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 24, 2025 Reply

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