[Closed] Fob reprogram failed on Audi A5 Sportback 18 TFSI - need key code

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Eagleeye
Member since April 2023 • 34 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Audi A5 Sportback 18 TFSI - where's the key code?

Posted on September 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A5 Sportback 18 TFSI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 24, 2024

Replies (3)

Neondream
Member • 72 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Audi A5 Sportback 18 TFSI.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 47 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Audi A5 Sportback 18 TFSI.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 101 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Audi A5 Sportback 18 TFSI won’t recognize the key.

September 26, 2024 Reply

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