[Completed] Help needed - Porsche Panamera 4S eHybrid Executive not recognizing replacement key

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Pandaking
Member since September 2022 • 78 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Porsche Panamera 4S eHybrid Executive?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Porsche Panamera 4S eHybrid Executive. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Gizmoguy
Member • 61 posts

Saved me from towing my Porsche Panamera 4S eHybrid Executive. Thanks!

April 23, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 75 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Porsche Panamera 4S eHybrid Executive—need the code first.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 41 posts

Just tried this on my Porsche Panamera 4S eHybrid Executive—anyone else have success?

April 25, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 7 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Porsche Panamera 4S eHybrid Executive.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 126 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Porsche Panamera 4S eHybrid Executive, thanks for posting!

April 27, 2025 Reply

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