[Archived] Can my mechanic find key code for Audi A7 TFSI e quattro?

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Urbanninja
Member since November 2021 • 94 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Audi A7 TFSI e quattro?

Posted on October 29, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A7 TFSI e quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Windwalker
Member • 6 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Audi A7 TFSI e quattro for a while.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 91 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Audi A7 TFSI e quattro, hope someone can help.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 136 posts

Been stuck with my Audi A7 TFSI e quattro for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 107 posts

Trying this out on my Audi A7 TFSI e quattro today—hoping it works.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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