[Update] Getting key code for 2000 Audi A4 with chip key

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Yellowjacket
Member since February 2022 • 99 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2000 Audi A4 key fob?

Posted on December 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1314 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Audi A4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 15, 2024

Replies (6)

Yellowjacket
Member • 28 posts

This thread might save my 2000 Audi A4. Thanks everyone!

December 15, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 118 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2000 Audi A4.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 57 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2000 Audi A4. Giving it a go myself.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 68 posts

Will this work if the 2000 Audi A4 has an aftermarket alarm?

December 18, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 94 posts

Was about to tow my 2000 Audi A4. Let me try this first.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 14 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2000 Audi A4. Thanks!

December 20, 2024 Reply

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