[Update] Looking for code retrieval service for 2018 Audi A4 20T Premium

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Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2018 Audi A4 20T Premium?

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Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2018 Audi A4 20T Premium.

My 2018 Audi A4 20T Premium won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2018 Audi A4 20T Premium.

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2018 Audi A4 20T Premium as well.

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2018 Audi A4 20T Premium too.

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2018 Audi A4 20T Premium.

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