[Issue Closed] Third party key code service for Audi A6 2000 16v TFSI

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Bluesteel
Member since October 2021 • 136 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Audi A6 2000 16v TFSI to program a key?

Posted on May 24, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A6 2000 16v TFSI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 25, 2025

Replies (3)

Ghostrider
Member • 117 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Audi A6 2000 16v TFSI. Huge thanks!

May 25, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 62 posts

I tried this with my Audi A6 2000 16v TFSI but still no luck. Any suggestions?

May 26, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 108 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Audi A6 2000 16v TFSI.

May 27, 2025 Reply

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