[Confirmed] Trying to register new fob for Porsche Cayenne S eHybrid - stuck on code

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Lightspeed
Member since October 2022 • 54 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Porsche Cayenne S eHybrid for making new keys?

Posted on November 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 882 posts

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

Posted on November 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Megabyte
Member • 95 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Porsche Cayenne S eHybrid.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 101 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Porsche Cayenne S eHybrid, following this thread.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 104 posts

Saved me from towing my Porsche Cayenne S eHybrid. Thanks!

November 07, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 40 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Porsche Cayenne S eHybrids?

November 08, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 133 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Porsche Cayenne S eHybrid.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 86 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Porsche Cayenne S eHybrid—need the code first.

November 10, 2024 Reply

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