[Confirmed Fix] Anyone know where to find the ignition code for a 1998 Audi Cabriolet?

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Karmapolice
Member since March 2022 • 139 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 1998 Audi Cabriolet for key programming?

Posted on September 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on September 09, 2024

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Unclesam
Member • 103 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1998 Audi Cabriolet this weekend.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 57 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1998 Audi Cabriolet. This is a lifesaver.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 8 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1998 Audi Cabriolet, following this thread.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 111 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1998 Audi Cabriolet.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Knightlight
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I need this so bad for my 1998 Audi Cabriolet. Subscribed!

September 13, 2024 Reply

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