[Free Tool] All Porsche Boxster T keys lost - how to reset immobilizer?

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Omegaman
Member since July 2022 • 140 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Porsche Boxster T?

Posted on September 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1217 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Porsche Boxster T. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Electricboog
Member • 5 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Porsche Boxster T.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 17 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Porsche Boxster T—might work for mine too.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 123 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Porsche Boxster T. Giving it a go myself.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 70 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Porsche Boxster T owner.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 22 posts

Using this on my Porsche Boxster T now. Hope it works.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 93 posts

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

September 26, 2024 Reply

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