[Recommended Fix] Need help finding my 2018 Audi A4's key code

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Timelord
Member since January 2022 • 48 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2018 Audi A4 - help?

Posted on January 31, 2025
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. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 01, 2025

Replies (3)

Vectorprime
Member • 25 posts

Was about to give up on my 2018 Audi A4, but this gives me hope.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 97 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2018 Audi A4.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 19 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2018 Audi A4.

February 03, 2025 Reply

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