[Closed] Key code help for 2000 Audi S4 with flip key

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2000 Audi S4

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Just what I needed! My 2000 Audi S4 has been acting up lately.

Got a dead key fob for my 2000 Audi S4. Need the code badly.

Looking for the same thing for my 2000 Audi S4, hope someone can help.

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