[Solved] Key code needed for 2016 Audi A3 20T Premium with aftermarket alarm

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Zombieslayer
Member since January 2023 • 45 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2016 Audi A3 20T Premium for key programming?

Posted on February 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1293 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Audi A3 20T Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Icemann
Member • 136 posts

Will this work if the 2016 Audi A3 20T Premium has an aftermarket alarm?

March 01, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 8 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2016 Audi A3 20T Premium. This might do it.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 40 posts

If this works for my 2016 Audi A3 20T Premium, I owe you big time.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 65 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2016 Audi A3 20T Premium.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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