[Answered] Dealer claims 2012 Audi S5 key code is proprietary

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Matrixfan
Member since April 2022 • 67 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 2012 Audi S5 to make a spare key?

Posted on May 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 781 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Audi S5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 20, 2025

Replies (3)

Heidi
Member • 64 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2012 Audi S5. This might do it.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 119 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2012 Audi S5s?

May 21, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 17 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2012 Audi S5.

May 22, 2025 Reply

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