Key Programming Scan-Tool

[stephe57]

Originally Posted by Mrmaddbrad

So after running a quick search of forums on how to reprogram a key, i have come to the conclusion of a few things.

1. You need a, i believe 4-digit, code that comes with all new keys from the dealership (usually lost or thrown away by people or their previous owner :troll: )
2. A dealership to reprogram it.

After further digging, it appears you can buy a scan tool: PIWIS PC KTS520. Which allows you to reprogram keys, reset all service lights, have full diagnostic tools, check voltage on almost all systems through out the car, etc. Seems to be basically a dealer-level scan-tool.

So here rises my question: Has anyone had experience with these? I work for a german-specific auto shop and my boss and I have been talking about buying a porsche scan-tool, but it seems like none of them have as many functions as we'd like, and Porsche will not sell there factory ones.

Sooooo, is this too good to be true? Does it really reprogram keys, I assume you still need that 4-digit code? Who has experience with it?

Any idea what it costs?

Heres a link I found, maybe there is a less sketchy website to order from?

Piwis Pc Kts520 Diagnostic Tool - Buy Piwis Kts520,Kts520 For Porsche,Kts520 Diagnostic Kit Product on Alibaba.com

Thanks guys,
~Brad

As far as programming a key for the 986 Boxster, there are a few steps involved. First, your Vehicle Program Codes have to be obtained. That is done via the Technicians Online Program that is linked to Porsche, and your VIN. Your VIN holds all Immobilizer codes for programming. Once the Learning Code is obtain, the Key Head (Immobilizer Pill) is programmed to the Alarm Control Module, then the car can be started...Second the Keys Head has to be programmed to lock and unlock (doors, frunk, trunk). That is done with a 24 digit code that comes with the Key Head only. That is the code that comes up missing.... and unfortunatly can not be re-printed or searched.

-Ty