[Archived] Where's the key code stored on a 2017 Audi A3 20T Premium for programming keys?

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Heidi
Member since February 2022 • 40 posts

How can I access my 2017 Audi A3 20T Premium's key code to program new keys?

Posted on November 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1895 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Audi A3 20T Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 05, 2024

Replies (5)

Blackbelt
Member • 25 posts

Trying this on my 2017 Audi A3 20T Premium later. Will report back.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 16 posts

Using this on my 2017 Audi A3 20T Premium now. Hope it works.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 145 posts

My 2017 Audi A3 20T Premium won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 49 posts

My 2017 Audi A3 20T Premium just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 22 posts

Worked for someone with a 2017 Audi A3 20T Premium? Need to hear it!

November 09, 2024 Reply

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