[Free Solution] Need to program a key for my 2015 Audi A8 but don’t have the code

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Laserfocus
Member since April 2023 • 84 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2015 Audi A8?

Posted on December 20, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2015 Audi A8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Rustynail
Member • 126 posts

My 2015 Audi A8 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 21, 2024 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 18 posts

I think my 2015 Audi A8 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 81 posts

Trying this out on my 2015 Audi A8 today—hoping it works.

December 23, 2024 Reply

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