[Archived] How locksmiths find key code for 2017 Audi A4 Prestige

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Frostbite
Member since December 2021 • 51 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2017 Audi A4 Prestige?

Posted on December 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1252 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Audi A4 Prestige. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Zetareticuli
Member • 135 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2017 Audi A4 Prestige for a while.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 36 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2017 Audi A4 Prestige.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 113 posts

This thread might save my 2017 Audi A4 Prestige. Thanks everyone!

December 23, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 39 posts

Just tried this on my 2017 Audi A4 Prestige—anyone else have success?

December 24, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 124 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2017 Audi A4 Prestige.

December 25, 2024 Reply

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