Keys and codes
#1
Keys and codes
This sounds like a stupid question but...
When I bought my car, the previous owner only had one key/remote combo and didn't have the key code (or didn't bother getting it).
Now, I'm a little paranoid about the battery in my keyfob remote dying and not being able to disarm the antitheft system (and start my car).
Do the rest of you carry a spare battery/and or have multiple key fobs (or have the crazy 'manual' start sequence memorized!)?
Can I just go to a Porsche dealer and get my code and order another key fob?
Thanks
When I bought my car, the previous owner only had one key/remote combo and didn't have the key code (or didn't bother getting it).
Now, I'm a little paranoid about the battery in my keyfob remote dying and not being able to disarm the antitheft system (and start my car).
Do the rest of you carry a spare battery/and or have multiple key fobs (or have the crazy 'manual' start sequence memorized!)?
Can I just go to a Porsche dealer and get my code and order another key fob?
Thanks
#2
Rennlist Member
Join Date: May 2001
Location: New Jersey, USA
Posts: 418
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by ZdSport
This sounds like a stupid question but...
When I bought my car, the previous owner only had one key/remote combo and didn't have the key code (or didn't bother getting it).
Now, I'm a little paranoid about the battery in my keyfob remote dying and not being able to disarm the antitheft system (and start my car).
Do the rest of you carry a spare battery/and or have multiple key fobs (or have the crazy 'manual' start sequence memorized!)?
Can I just go to a Porsche dealer and get my code and order another key fob?
Thanks
When I bought my car, the previous owner only had one key/remote combo and didn't have the key code (or didn't bother getting it).
Now, I'm a little paranoid about the battery in my keyfob remote dying and not being able to disarm the antitheft system (and start my car).
Do the rest of you carry a spare battery/and or have multiple key fobs (or have the crazy 'manual' start sequence memorized!)?
Can I just go to a Porsche dealer and get my code and order another key fob?
Thanks
Good luck with the car and enjoy in good health.
#3
Addict & Guru
Rennlist Member
Rennlist Member
Originally Posted by ZdSport
1. Do the rest of you carry a spare battery/and or have multiple key fobs (or have the crazy 'manual' start sequence memorized!)?
2. Can I just go to a Porsche dealer and get my code and order another key fob?
2. Can I just go to a Porsche dealer and get my code and order another key fob?
2. Yes & yes.
Last edited by STLPCA; 07-23-2013 at 03:49 AM.
#4
Rennlist Member
I was in the same positions as you when I purchased my car. If you do a search there is a lot of info on this topic. I purchased my spare remote from Sunset for ~$75 and keep a small key in my wallet. Not all dealers will give you the 4-digit key code for you car. I live a mile from one that would not, and had to drive 45 min. to one that would. Good luck!