[Closed] Audi A6 Wagon won’t detect chipped key - reprogram failed

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Whiterabbit
Member since October 2022 • 11 posts

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

Posted on August 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A6 Wagon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 03, 2024

Replies (4)

Hackman
Member • 115 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Audi A6 Wagon.

August 03, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 40 posts

I tried this with my Audi A6 Wagon but still no luck. Any suggestions?

August 04, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 18 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Audi A6 Wagon's key code.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 25 posts

Will this work for older Audi A6 Wagons? Mine's a 2009.

August 06, 2024 Reply

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