Porsche 997 Key Replacements
The Porsche 997 is a great car for those looking for an enjoyable, reliable and well-behaved automobile that can easily be driven all day.
The 997 is available in cabriolet, coupe, and Targa models. The 997 is comfortable and thrilling to drive.
Battery
The key system in your Porsche is dependent on the battery. If your key fob is experiencing issues, it needs to be replaced. The battery can be replaced using a screwdriver. It should take less than five minutes to complete.
The battery for the key fob is situated on a tiny plastic "post" that is attached to the base of the housing of plastic around the buttons. You can remove it using an inexpensive screwdriver with a flat-head.
The next step is to take out the battery's negative terminal. This is a bit difficult as the metal may bend if you attempt to pull it off. It is best to place a flat head screwdriver under the post to pry it out of its slot.
You should also see an electrical battery terminal that is positive, which is the part that attaches to the metal body of your key. You can remove this with an inexpensive screwdriver with a flat-headed head, and it should easily emerge.
If your key does not work with the new battery, you may require sending it to the dealership for a programming. This will be handled by your local dealer, and the cost is typically a couple of hundred dollars. You also must provide the dealership with the radio codes of your vehicle for this.
Once you have your key programmed you can test it to confirm that it works correctly. Your new key should allow you to unlock and open doors. Your key may be defective if unable or unwilling to open and lock the doors.
Lastly, you must be able to start the engine of your car with the new key. It may take a few attempts to get the engine to start and then it will then your Porsche should continue to run smoothly for many years.
The battery in your key's lock is designed to last for 4-12 years. To avoid costly reprogramming at the dealer, replace your battery as soon as is possible.
Transponder
Transponder keys are among the most advanced in technology for keys for cars on the market. It makes use of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology to communicate with a receiver that is located in your car. Your vehicle will be de-locked and started if your transponder keys match the unique serial numbers that are stored in the receiver.
news than a standard remote-key because thieves aren't able to use the wrong transponder to unlock your vehicle's doors. It also prevents a thief from hot wiring your vehicle and that is how car thieves are able to take your keys.
The best thing about this technology is that it can't be lost or stolen. It is always in your vehicle. It is also more difficult to break than traditional remote keys, making it much safer than the alternatives.
You can purchase the transponder key for your porsche 997 for under $500, and it's the most affordable way to protect your car from theft. The key is equipped with a tiny transponder attached to it which is glued to the casing and is not easily removed.
There are a few ways to check whether your Porsche 997 is equipped with a transponder key in it. Take a look at your car's front. It will have a tiny rectangular area marked with the letters T and E. This will indicate if you have an electronic transponder installed in your vehicle and if it does, it will also be marked with the T.
Another thing you should do is to check the battery. The transponder won't function when it's not connected to the battery. You will need to connect the battery from a new source to your Porsche transponder key for use with it.
This is a bit of an issue to accomplish right as it can be difficult to get the positive battery terminal to come out. To remove the terminal you need to insert the screwdriver's flat-head from the front. Then, push it upwards. Once you've accomplished this, you can then pull it out of the casing and the transponder will be in your hands.
Programming
If your Porsche key remote is not working, you may need an upgrade in the battery or the key may require programming. At Porsche Ann Arbor, our team of experts in parts and factory-trained technicians are able to replace the battery on your key remote or reprogram your keys to ensure they work correctly and are safe.
Most modern Porsche keys depend on an internal battery that performs sophisticated functions. The batteries will wear down over time and may need to be replaced.
In other cases, the key may need to be re-programmed to your vehicle in order that it can operate all the functions of the car. This is a process that can take anywhere between 15 minutes to a few days, depending on the year and model of your car and the type of key that you have.
To begin the process of re-programming to begin the process, bring your car keys and proof of ownership to our service center. To perform this task securely, we'll need to have your current car keys as well as the new ones you want.
Once we have all the necessary information to hand, we'll use an appropriate program to assist in re-programming your keys. This is crucial because it makes it impossible for anyone to copy the code from your current key and gain access.
Once the re-programming is complete Once the re-programming is complete, you can test your new keys to verify that they function. If they do, you will have successfully re-programmed a new Porsche key.
Contrary to earlier 911 models, the new 997 model has a new system to start your car and activate all the remote features by pressing of an icon on the key. The system is called KESSY, which translates to "key with a sensor." It also lets you to lock and unlock the doors of your Porsche with just the touch of the button. This is an amazing feature that will help to keep your car as safe as possible.