[Issue Closed] Can tire shop access key code for Audi A3 ETron Premium Plus?

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Quicksilver
Member since January 2022 • 132 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Audi A3 ETron Premium Plus?

Posted on November 12, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A3 ETron Premium Plus. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 13, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbite
Member • 82 posts

My Audi A3 ETron Premium Plus just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 125 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Audi A3 ETron Premium Plus.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 137 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Audi A3 ETron Premium Plus. This looks promising.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 23 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Audi A3 ETron Premium Plus.

November 16, 2024 Reply

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