[Solution] 2012 Audi R8 refuses to crank - ignition system locked?

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Unicorn
Member since September 2021 • 32 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2012 Audi R8

Posted on August 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1723 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Audi R8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 31, 2024

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Digitalx
Member • 85 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2012 Audi R8. This looks promising.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 15 posts

Desperate to get my 2012 Audi R8 running again. Trying this tonight.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 57 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2012 Audi R8, thanks for posting!

September 02, 2024 Reply

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