[Solved] My 2008 Audi A4 quattro is bricked - dealer says key code issue

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Jedimaster
Member since March 2023 • 126 posts

How can I obtain my 2008 Audi A4 quattro's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on August 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Audi A4 quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Lonewolf
Member • 76 posts

My 2008 Audi A4 quattro's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

August 05, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 83 posts

Been stuck with my 2008 Audi A4 quattro for weeks. This might be the fix.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 19 posts

Using this on my 2008 Audi A4 quattro now. Hope it works.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 61 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2008 Audi A4 quattro, hope someone can help.

August 08, 2024 Reply

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