[Answered] Ignition won’t engage on 2017 Audi S8 - missing PIN?

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Cosmicray
Member since July 2023 • 82 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2017 Audi S8 to make keys?

Posted on January 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Audi S8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 14, 2025

Replies (4)

Pixelpusher
Member • 14 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2017 Audi S8 owner.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 132 posts

My 2017 Audi S8 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 54 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2017 Audi S8.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Icecold
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My 2017 Audi S8 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

January 17, 2025 Reply

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