[Closed] 2018 Audi A4 allroad immobilizer active - how do I reset it?

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Mistermiyagi
Member since June 2023 • 126 posts

How can I access my 2018 Audi A4 allroad's key code to program new keys?

Posted on December 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Audi A4 allroad. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 04, 2024

Replies (4)

Kingkong
Member • 17 posts

This just might solve my 2018 Audi A4 allroad's ignition issue.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 34 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2018 Audi A4 allroad, hope someone can help.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 132 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2018 Audi A4 allroad?

December 06, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 135 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2018 Audi A4 allroads?

December 07, 2024 Reply

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