[Confirmed] My 1996 Audi A6 flashes security light - what code is missing?

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Youngturk
Member since May 2022 • 39 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1996 Audi A6

Posted on May 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1390 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Audi A6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 05, 2025

Replies (5)

Outlawjoe
Member • 35 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1996 Audi A6 all week. Hope this helps.

May 05, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 92 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1996 Audi A6 as well.

May 06, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 77 posts

Same issue here with my 1996 Audi A6, let me know if it works.

May 07, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 131 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1996 Audi A6, hope someone can help.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 94 posts

Trying this out on my 1996 Audi A6 today—hoping it works.

May 09, 2025 Reply

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