[It Worked!] Dealer charging $250 for 2011 Audi R8 code - alternatives?

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Kungfupanda
Member since August 2021 • 68 posts

How can I find my 2011 Audi R8's key code to program a new key?

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Audi R8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Urbanlegend
Member • 55 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2011 Audi R8?

August 14, 2024 Reply
Diana
Member • 115 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2011 Audi R8.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 50 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2011 Audi R8's key code.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 133 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2011 Audi R8 won’t recognize the key.

August 17, 2024 Reply

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