[Solution] How do I get the key programming PIN for a used 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSA?

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Vikingking
Member since January 2022 • 87 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSA - where's the key code?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 548 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSA. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (6)

Bob
Member • 18 posts

Will this work for older 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSAs? Mine's a 2009.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 15 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSA, thanks for posting!

November 16, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 40 posts

Does this method work for the 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSA models from 2010 onward?

November 17, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 23 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSA, hope this helps.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 67 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSA.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 149 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1989 Audi 90 quattro IMSA all week. Hope this helps.

November 20, 2024 Reply

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