[Verified] Key code not working on my 2015 Audi S3

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Pandaexpress
Member since October 2022 • 67 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 2015 Audi S3 to make a spare key?

Posted on November 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1803 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2015 Audi S3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 28, 2024

Replies (3)

Quicksilver
Member • 124 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2015 Audi S3!

November 28, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 73 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2015 Audi S3.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 18 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2015 Audi S3 too!

November 30, 2024 Reply

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