[Working] Getting key code for 2017 Audi A4 Premium with just VIN

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How to get the factory key code for my 2017 Audi A4 Premium to make keys?

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My 2017 Audi A4 Premium refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2017 Audi A4 Premium.

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2017 Audi A4 Premium?

Using this on my 2017 Audi A4 Premium now. Hope it works.

Been stuck with my 2017 Audi A4 Premium for weeks. This might be the fix.

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