[Free Tool] Help needed - 2005 Audi A6 not recognizing replacement key

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Zetajones
Member since October 2022 • 95 posts

How can I obtain my 2005 Audi A6's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on January 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 520 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Audi A6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Misterx
Member • 86 posts

I have the same 2005 Audi A6 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 75 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2005 Audi A6.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 95 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2005 Audi A6. This might do it.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 90 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2005 Audi A6's key code.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 124 posts

I’m not alone! My 2005 Audi A6 is doing the same thing.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 65 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2005 Audi A6.

January 15, 2025 Reply

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