[Completed] Can my mechanic find key code for Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus?

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Where's the key code stored on a Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus for programming keys?

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Got a dead key fob for my Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus. Need the code badly.

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus.

Struggling with the same issue on my Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus, following this thread.

I’m in the same boat with my Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus. This looks promising.

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus this weekend.

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus.

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