[Closed] My 2016 Audi A5 fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Byteme
Member since August 2022 • 106 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2016 Audi A5 keys?

Posted on April 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1443 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Audi A5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Platinumblonde
Member • 137 posts

My 2016 Audi A5 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

April 28, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 84 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2016 Audi A5, would this method still work?

April 29, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 117 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2016 Audi A5 as well.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 22 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2016 Audi A5, following this thread.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 92 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2016 Audi A5, hope this helps.

May 02, 2025 Reply

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