[Success] Where to enter the transponder code in Porsche Panamera 4S ST OBD?

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Haloeffect
Member since September 2021 • 110 posts

How can I find my Porsche Panamera 4S ST's key code to program a new key?

Posted on August 25, 2024
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Posted on August 26, 2024

Replies (5)

Zetajones
Member • 60 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Porsche Panamera 4S ST, hope someone can help.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 147 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Porsche Panamera 4S ST. Need the code badly.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 50 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Porsche Panamera 4S ST. This is a lifesaver.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 145 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Porsche Panamera 4S ST.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 135 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Porsche Panamera 4S ST owner.

August 30, 2024 Reply

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