[Completed] Where do I find the key code for my Porsche Carrera 4?

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Moonwalker
Member since May 2023 • 49 posts

How to get my Porsche Carrera 4's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on September 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1635 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Porsche Carrera 4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Ultraman
Member • 83 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Porsche Carrera 4 too.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 84 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Porsche Carrera 4.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 86 posts

Been here before with my Porsche Carrera 4. Let’s see if this one works.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 149 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Porsche Carrera 4?

September 15, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 134 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Porsche Carrera 4's key code issue!

September 16, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 47 posts

My Porsche Carrera 4's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

September 17, 2024 Reply

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