[Archived] How do I tell if my Audi AI_Trail uses a transponder?

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Emeraldcity
Member since November 2021 • 82 posts

Where's the key code located on a Audi AI_Trail for key programming?

Posted on August 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1049 posts

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

Posted on August 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Kungfupanda
Member • 108 posts

Just what I needed! My Audi AI_Trail has been acting up lately.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 13 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Audi AI_Trail, thanks for posting!

August 25, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 72 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Audi AI_Trail for a while.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 21 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Audi AI_Trail before?

August 27, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 60 posts

Really need the key code for my Audi AI_Trail, thanks for sharing!

August 28, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 63 posts

Just what I needed! My Audi AI_Trail has been acting up lately.

August 29, 2024 Reply

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