[Success] How to extract transponder code from my Audi A4 B9 ECU?

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Viperstrike
Member since November 2021 • 150 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Audi A4 B9 keys?

Posted on October 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1955 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A4 B9. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 31, 2024

Replies (3)

Titanium
Member • 115 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Audi A4 B9, following this thread.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 118 posts

My Audi A4 B9 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 12 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Audi A4 B9. This looks promising.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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