[Resolved] Just changed battery, now 2017 Audi A3 asks for a PIN code

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Ultraman
Member since April 2023 • 135 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2017 Audi A3?

Posted on October 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 848 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Audi A3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Superfly
Member • 71 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2017 Audi A3's key code.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 90 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2017 Audi A3.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 149 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2017 Audi A3. This looks promising.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 5 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2017 Audi A3.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 42 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2017 Audi A3s?

October 31, 2024 Reply

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