[Completed] Where is the key code stored on a Audi 4000 S?

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Frostymug
Member since May 2023 • 66 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Audi 4000 S keys at the dealer?

Posted on February 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 523 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi 4000 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 02, 2025

Replies (3)

Moonwalker
Member • 132 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Audi 4000 S.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 31 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Audi 4000 S.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 60 posts

Been here before with my Audi 4000 S. Let’s see if this one works.

February 04, 2025 Reply

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