[Method] Key code help for Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI with laser-cut key

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Digitalnomad
Member since September 2022 • 43 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI?

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Frostydog
Member • 131 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI. This looks promising.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 73 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI, following this thread.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 146 posts

Using this on my Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI now. Hope it works.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 68 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI. This looks promising.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 87 posts

My Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 13 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Audi A3 1400 16v TFSI for a while.

May 24, 2025 Reply

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