[Solution] Trying to start a Audi 80 Avant 20 E without immobilizer PIN

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Viperstrike
Member since February 2023 • 141 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Audi 80 Avant 20 E?

Posted on August 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi 80 Avant 20 E. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Luckyluke
Member • 84 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Audi 80 Avant 20 E. Need the code badly.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 67 posts

My Audi 80 Avant 20 E just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 57 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Audi 80 Avant 20 E, hope someone can help.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 64 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Audi 80 Avant 20 E. This might do it.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 93 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Audi 80 Avant 20 E?

August 28, 2024 Reply

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