[Status: Resolved] Code card lost - 2017 Audi S5 won't accept new key

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Zombieslayer
Member since April 2023 • 100 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2017 Audi S5

Posted on October 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 813 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Audi S5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowjacket
Member • 138 posts

My 2017 Audi S5 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 75 posts

My 2017 Audi S5 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

October 23, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 33 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2017 Audi S5 for days.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 80 posts

Trying this on my 2017 Audi S5 later. Will report back.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 115 posts

Been here before with my 2017 Audi S5. Let’s see if this one works.

October 26, 2024 Reply

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