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Old 06-28-2020, 09:31 AM   #1
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Two codes are needed to program a replacement key fob. One is for the fob itself and the other is for the car. The fob code comes on a tag with a new unit. The car code may be found under the driver's seat (I'm not 100% sure about this) or a Porsche dealer can provide it. The dealer just needs the Vin to get the code. They may be resistant to giving it out, but keep pushing to get it. I've had several fobs programmed in the past at an independent shop which used an Autologic computer to do the job. Takes about 10 to 15 minutes per fob.
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Old 06-28-2020, 10:14 AM   #2
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I was being a wise-ass. No, there is no sticker under the seat.
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Old 06-28-2020, 10:19 AM   #3
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I was being a wise-ass. No, there is no sticker under the seat.
Dammit, Starter! I believed it too! Should have learned by now!
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Dammit, Starter! I believed it too! Should have learned by now!
LOL. Did you go out and look under the seat?
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Old 06-29-2020, 11:36 AM   #5
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LOL. Did you go out and look under the seat?
I DID!

Actually mine didn't come with a key fob, so I never bothered. But, I actually believed that there could be a barcode under the seat! I mean, the Immobilizer is there, so why not a barcode? HAHA You got me!
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Old 06-29-2020, 12:00 PM   #6
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I DID!

Actually mine didn't come with a key fob, so I never bothered. But, I actually believed that there could be a barcode under the seat! I mean, the Immobilizer is there, so why not a barcode? HAHA You got me!
Dude!!

You know... I would have done the same thing. Probably would have pulled the seat "knowing" that I could save a couple hundred dollars in dealer fees.
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Old 06-30-2020, 10:56 PM   #7
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key troubles
my Boxster was purchased with just one 3 button key. When I found t wasn't working assumed, new battery. popped the case open only to find one of the contacts for the button was broken off on the circuit board. I have been to every locksmith in town & no one can help. they all said the Porsche dealer was my only choice. come on man... this is America there has got to be someone that can assist in making it come alive. Anybody have any connections?
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Old 06-29-2020, 11:18 AM   #8
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I was being a wise-ass. No, there is no sticker under the seat.
Ha, glad I didn't see this until this morning. Would have spent time in the blazing heat removing the seat to find a code.
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