[Fixed] Locked out of diagnostics - Audi A4 S Line Wagon asks for access code

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Bluescreen
Member since May 2022 • 134 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Audi A4 S Line Wagon?

Posted on October 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A4 S Line Wagon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 12, 2024

Replies (3)

Ultraman
Member • 79 posts

I have a 2011 Audi A4 S Line Wagon, will this method work for that year?

October 12, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 96 posts

This thread might save my Audi A4 S Line Wagon. Thanks everyone!

October 13, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 138 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Audi A4 S Line Wagon.

October 14, 2024 Reply

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