[Free Solution] Where can I get the key programming code for my Porsche Cayman?

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Omegaman
Member since January 2023 • 55 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Porsche Cayman?

Posted on August 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 854 posts

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

Posted on August 10, 2024

Replies (4)

Silversurf
Member • 147 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Porsche Cayman.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 140 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Porsche Cayman—might work for mine too.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 16 posts

Was about to give up on my Porsche Cayman, but this gives me hope.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 27 posts

Using this on my Porsche Cayman now. Hope it works.

August 13, 2024 Reply

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