[Update] Where do I get the key code for my Audi A6 etron concept to make a spare key?

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Where do I get the key code for my Audi A6 etron concept to make a spare key?

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My Audi A6 etron concept refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

My Audi A6 etron concept has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

Was about to tow my Audi A6 etron concept. Let me try this first.

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