[Fixed] Where's the key code stored in a 2013 Audi RS 5 for making new keys?

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Firestarter
Member since September 2022 • 75 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2013 Audi RS 5 keys?

Posted on November 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1833 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 Audi RS 5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Platinumblonde
Member • 71 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2013 Audi RS 5 this weekend.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 24 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2013 Audi RS 5 this weekend.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 98 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2013 Audi RS 5.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 144 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2013 Audi RS 5. Trying this instead.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 133 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2013 Audi RS 5. Thanks!

November 12, 2024 Reply

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