[Issue Closed] Trying to match new key to Porsche Macan S ECU - stuck

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Cosmokid
Member since November 2021 • 119 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Porsche Macan S to make a spare key?

Posted on September 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 579 posts

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

Posted on September 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Quickdraw
Member • 96 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Porsche Macan S.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 13 posts

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

September 19, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 147 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Porsche Macan S!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 99 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Porsche Macan S, hope this helps.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 42 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Porsche Macan S all week. Hope this helps.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 29 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Porsche Macan S?

September 23, 2024 Reply

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