[Answered] Aftermarket key programming for 2013 Audi S5 without code

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Bluescreen
Member since March 2023 • 148 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 2013 Audi S5?

Posted on March 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 696 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 Audi S5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 19, 2025

Replies (4)

Turboboost
Member • 51 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2013 Audi S5!

March 19, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 7 posts

My 2013 Audi S5's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

March 20, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 48 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2013 Audi S5.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 7 posts

Just tried this on my 2013 Audi S5—anyone else have success?

March 22, 2025 Reply

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