[Completed] Does the 2016 Audi R8 V10 plus transponder code reset after ECU swap?

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Alphawolf
Member since January 2022 • 109 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2016 Audi R8 V10 plus

Posted on September 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Audi R8 V10 plus. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 26, 2024

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Yellowfin
Member • 143 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2016 Audi R8 V10 plus!

September 26, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 126 posts

My 2016 Audi R8 V10 plus refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 63 posts

I’m not alone! My 2016 Audi R8 V10 plus is doing the same thing.

September 28, 2024 Reply

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