[Free Tool] Looking for key code solution for my AUDI A3 45 TFSIE

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Whiteknight
Member since December 2022 • 77 posts

Need my AUDI A3 45 TFSIE's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on December 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 617 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the AUDI A3 45 TFSIE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Lasertag
Member • 13 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my AUDI A3 45 TFSIE key code too.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 9 posts

Was about to give up on my AUDI A3 45 TFSIE, but this gives me hope.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 142 posts

I tried this with my AUDI A3 45 TFSIE but still no luck. Any suggestions?

December 10, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 97 posts

Same issue here with my AUDI A3 45 TFSIE, let me know if it works.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 108 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 AUDI A3 45 TFSIE.

December 12, 2024 Reply

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