[Status: Resolved] Lost only key - how to recover code for 2016 Audi S7

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Iceberg
Member since December 2021 • 119 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2016 Audi S7

Posted on November 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 978 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Audi S7. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Omegaman
Member • 115 posts

My 2016 Audi S7 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 51 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2016 Audi S7 for a while.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 136 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2016 Audi S7?

November 18, 2024 Reply

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