[Archived] My Porsche Boxster S Convertible says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Darthvader
Member since May 2022 • 119 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Porsche Boxster S Convertible

Posted on August 09, 2024
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Posted on August 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Orangesoda
Member • 113 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Porsche Boxster S Convertible too.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 66 posts

I’m not alone! My Porsche Boxster S Convertible is doing the same thing.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 112 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Porsche Boxster S Convertible!

August 12, 2024 Reply

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