[Status: Resolved] Do salvage yards keep key codes for Porsche Macan Turbos?

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Techlord
Member since August 2022 • 44 posts

Need my Porsche Macan Turbo's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on August 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 805 posts

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

Posted on August 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Lasertag
Member • 21 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Porsche Macan Turbo before?

August 10, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 106 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Porsche Macan Turbo.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 42 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Porsche Macan Turbo.

August 12, 2024 Reply

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