[Free Tool] Got replacement ECU for 2013 Audi A6, now code doesn’t match

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Betamax
Member since September 2021 • 83 posts

How to get my 2013 Audi A6's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on September 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1679 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 Audi A6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 29, 2024

Replies (5)

Electricboog
Member • 92 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2013 Audi A6—need the code first.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 21 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2013 Audi A6 key code too.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 50 posts

Anyone try this on a 2013 Audi A6 with push-button start?

October 01, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 8 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2013 Audi A6 owner.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 123 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2013 Audi A6!

October 03, 2024 Reply

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