[Fixed] 2018 Audi TT security light flashing - won't start

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Oldschool
Member since January 2022 • 22 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2018 Audi TT

Posted on September 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1632 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Audi TT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 26, 2024

Replies (5)

Happyfeet
Member • 22 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2018 Audi TT's mystery code.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 51 posts

Desperate to get my 2018 Audi TT running again. Trying this tonight.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 106 posts

Key code problems with my 2018 Audi TT as well. Subscribed!

September 28, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 28 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2018 Audi TT.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 31 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2018 Audi TT before?

September 30, 2024 Reply

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