[Recommended Fix] Need key code for 2018 Audi A6 30T Premium bought at auction

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Goldengate
Member since January 2022 • 135 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2018 Audi A6 30T Premium?

Posted on October 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 525 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Audi A6 30T Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 19, 2024

Replies (4)

Eve
Member • 130 posts

Worked for someone with a 2018 Audi A6 30T Premium? Need to hear it!

October 19, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 119 posts

My 2018 Audi A6 30T Premium has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

October 20, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 98 posts

Been here before with my 2018 Audi A6 30T Premium. Let’s see if this one works.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 106 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2018 Audi A6 30T Premium. This looks promising.

October 22, 2024 Reply

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