[Fixed] My 2015 Audi Q3 fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Reddwarf
Member since June 2022 • 14 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2015 Audi Q3?

Posted on April 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1879 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2015 Audi Q3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 28, 2025

Replies (4)

Thunderbolt
Member • 106 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2015 Audi Q3.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 96 posts

My 2015 Audi Q3 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 29, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 63 posts

My 2015 Audi Q3 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 85 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2015 Audi Q3 as well.

May 01, 2025 Reply

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