[Fixed] Key code problem with my Audi A5 Prestige Convertible, need help

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Member since August 2022 • 84 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Audi A5 Prestige Convertible to make a spare key?

Posted on March 30, 2025
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A5 Prestige Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 31, 2025

Replies (6)

Unclesam
Member • 6 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Audi A5 Prestige Convertible?

March 31, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 92 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Audi A5 Prestige Convertible.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 81 posts

This just might solve my Audi A5 Prestige Convertible's ignition issue.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 146 posts

My Audi A5 Prestige Convertible has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 03, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 125 posts

My Audi A5 Prestige Convertible won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 72 posts

Worked for someone with a Audi A5 Prestige Convertible? Need to hear it!

April 05, 2025 Reply

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