[Resolved] Got new ECU and now Porsche Taycan Turbo S wants key programming code

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Neondream
Member since March 2022 • 15 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Porsche Taycan Turbo S for making new keys?

Posted on January 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Porsche Taycan Turbo S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 19, 2025

Replies (3)

Rustynail
Member • 99 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Porsche Taycan Turbo S.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 39 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Porsche Taycan Turbo S too!

January 20, 2025 Reply
Alice
Member • 143 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Porsche Taycan Turbo S this hard?!

January 21, 2025 Reply

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