[Solved] Need help locating key code for Audi A4 2000 8v TDI

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Techguru
Member since November 2021 • 99 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Audi A4 2000 8v TDI for making new keys?

Posted on February 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A4 2000 8v TDI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 12, 2025

Replies (5)

Neonlights
Member • 82 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Audi A4 2000 8v TDI.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 103 posts

My Audi A4 2000 8v TDI might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 53 posts

My Audi A4 2000 8v TDI refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 41 posts

Will this work if the Audi A4 2000 8v TDI has an aftermarket alarm?

February 15, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 39 posts

Using this on my Audi A4 2000 8v TDI now. Hope it works.

February 16, 2025 Reply

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