[Working] Key code needed for Porsche Carrera with custom ignition

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Supernova
Member since December 2021 • 127 posts

How can I find my Porsche Carrera's key code to program a new key?

Posted on May 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1802 posts

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

Posted on May 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Highvoltage
Member • 52 posts

If this works for my Porsche Carrera, I owe you big time.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 95 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Porsche Carrera. Giving it a go myself.

May 15, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 37 posts

Just tried this on my Porsche Carrera—anyone else have success?

May 16, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 127 posts

Just tried this on my Porsche Carrera—anyone else have success?

May 17, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 55 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Porsche Carrera!

May 18, 2025 Reply

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