[Recommended Fix] Can I reset the immobilizer on my 2018 Audi A7 without dealer?

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Where do they get the key code to program 2018 Audi A7 keys at the dealer?

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I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2018 Audi A7.

I think my 2018 Audi A7 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2018 Audi A7s?

My 2018 Audi A7 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

Following this for my 2018 Audi A7. Please update if it works!

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