[Free Solution] How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Audi A8 4200 V8?

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Younggun
Member since September 2022 • 88 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Audi A8 4200 V8 for programming keys?

Posted on February 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi A8 4200 V8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Alphamale
Member • 40 posts

Been here before with my Audi A8 4200 V8. Let’s see if this one works.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 17 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Audi A8 4200 V8.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 48 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Audi A8 4200 V8 before?

February 17, 2025 Reply

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