[Confirmed Fix] Can I extract key code from my 2006 Audi A3 VIN?

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Goldengate
Member since June 2022 • 91 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 2006 Audi A3 keys at the dealer?

Posted on August 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1516 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Audi A3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Happyfeet
Member • 44 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2006 Audi A3, hope someone can help.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 105 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2006 Audi A3 as well.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 37 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2006 Audi A3.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 147 posts

Saved me from towing my 2006 Audi A3. Thanks!

August 12, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 23 posts

I have a 2011 2006 Audi A3, will this method work for that year?

August 13, 2024 Reply

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