[Solved] European 2017 Audi Q3 key code in US - possible?

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Flashgordon
Member since January 2023 • 43 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2017 Audi Q3 for key programming?

Posted on January 29, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1585 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Audi Q3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 30, 2025

Replies (5)

Wildthing
Member • 71 posts

My 2017 Audi Q3 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 121 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2017 Audi Q3.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 148 posts

Same problem on my 2017 Audi Q3. Watching for any working solutions.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 63 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2017 Audi Q3 too!

February 02, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 111 posts

My 2017 Audi Q3 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 03, 2025 Reply

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