[Free Tool] Audi 4000 key reader not responding - code issue?

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Xenoking
Member since August 2021 • 130 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Audi 4000

Posted on November 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1308 posts

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

Posted on November 27, 2024

Replies (3)

Zerogravity
Member • 99 posts

Just tried this on my Audi 4000—anyone else have success?

November 27, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 117 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Audi 4000.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 69 posts

Was about to tow my Audi 4000. Let me try this first.

November 29, 2024 Reply

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