[Free Fix] Is it legal to get the immobilizer code online for 2017 Audi A3 e tron?

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Kingkong
Member since August 2021 • 50 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2017 Audi A3 e tron?

Posted on April 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Audi A3 e tron. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 12, 2025

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Zetareticuli
Member • 142 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2017 Audi A3 e tron key code too.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 16 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2017 Audi A3 e tron.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
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Just checking in to say this helped with my 2017 Audi A3 e tron. Thanks!

April 14, 2025 Reply

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