[Answered] Lost my only key - is it possible to get a code for 2016 Audi A7?

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Unclesam
Member since June 2022 • 132 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2016 Audi A7?

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1689 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Audi A7. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (6)

Deltaforce
Member • 97 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2016 Audi A7.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 53 posts

Following this for my 2016 Audi A7. Please update if it works!

November 03, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 115 posts

Will this work if the 2016 Audi A7 has an aftermarket alarm?

November 04, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 127 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2016 Audi A7's mystery code.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 38 posts

Same problem on my 2016 Audi A7. Watching for any working solutions.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 125 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2016 Audi A7.

November 07, 2024 Reply

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