[Issue Closed] Porsche 918 Spyder won't accept new key - transponder issue?

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Digitalx
Member since May 2022 • 56 posts

Looking for my Porsche 918 Spyder's factory key code to program a key

Posted on January 03, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1509 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Porsche 918 Spyder. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 04, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphaomega
Member • 54 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Porsche 918 Spyder. Trying this now.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 64 posts

Anyone try this on a Porsche 918 Spyder with push-button start?

January 05, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 44 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Porsche 918 Spyder?

January 06, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 12 posts

Just what I needed! My Porsche 918 Spyder has been acting up lately.

January 07, 2025 Reply

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