[Success] Trying to match new key to 1993 Audi Quattro ECU - stuck

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Yellowdog
Member since May 2022 • 71 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 1993 Audi Quattro keys at the dealer?

Posted on February 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1991 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Audi Quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 09, 2025

Replies (5)

Bluescreen
Member • 17 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1993 Audi Quattro.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 131 posts

I think my 1993 Audi Quattro has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 93 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1993 Audi Quattro key code too.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 50 posts

Trying this on my 1993 Audi Quattro later. Will report back.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 56 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1993 Audi Quattro key issue.

February 13, 2025 Reply

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