[Success] Alternatives to key code for Audi A6 Avant 20 5V models

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Eagleeye
Member since July 2023 • 150 posts

Looking for my Audi A6 Avant 20 5V's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1690 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A6 Avant 20 5V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Flyingmonk
Member • 106 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Audi A6 Avant 20 5V?

November 23, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 57 posts

Following this for my Audi A6 Avant 20 5V. Please update if it works!

November 24, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 83 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Audi A6 Avant 20 5V. Trying this instead.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 85 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Audi A6 Avant 20 5Vs?

November 26, 2024 Reply

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