[It Worked!] 2016 Audi S5 keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Laserfocus
Member since October 2021 • 58 posts

Looking for my 2016 Audi S5's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on August 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1096 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Audi S5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Alice
Member • 75 posts

I have the same 2016 Audi S5 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 16 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2016 Audi S5—need the code first.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 144 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2016 Audi S5 too!

August 13, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 125 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2016 Audi S5 as well.

August 14, 2024 Reply

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