[Recommended Fix] Need to clone a key for 2016 Audi A4 - but no code

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Bluescreen
Member since May 2022 • 80 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2016 Audi A4

Posted on November 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1721 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Audi A4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 11, 2024

Replies (3)

Nightowl
Member • 120 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2016 Audi A4.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 145 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2016 Audi A4.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 48 posts

My 2016 Audi A4 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

November 13, 2024 Reply

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