[Completed] Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Audi A4 DTM?

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Jazzmann
Member since November 2022 • 51 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Audi A4 DTM

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 927 posts

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

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Yellowsub
Member • 18 posts

This just might solve my Audi A4 DTM's ignition issue.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 37 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Audi A4 DTM!

February 24, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 49 posts

My Audi A4 DTM just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 12 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Audi A4 DTM too!

February 26, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 63 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Audi A4 DTM.

February 27, 2025 Reply

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