[Completed] Key code sticker faded - how to find code for 1997 Audi A8 42 quattro

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Oldschool
Member since December 2021 • 139 posts

How can I obtain my 1997 Audi A8 42 quattro's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on December 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Audi A8 42 quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 11, 2024

Replies (3)

Jedimaster
Member • 27 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1997 Audi A8 42 quattro won’t recognize the key.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 91 posts

This just might solve my 1997 Audi A8 42 quattro's ignition issue.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 36 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1997 Audi A8 42 quattro too!

December 13, 2024 Reply

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