[Answered] Need key code for Audi A6 Avant 18 5V with proximity fob

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Ironman
Member since April 2023 • 85 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Audi A6 Avant 18 5V key?

Posted on February 06, 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 Avant 18 5V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphamax
Member • 6 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Audi A6 Avant 18 5V's mystery code.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 37 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Audi A6 Avant 18 5V.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 52 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Audi A6 Avant 18 5V before?

February 09, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 124 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Audi A6 Avant 18 5V.

February 10, 2025 Reply

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