[Archived] Code problem on Audi etron Advanced SUV - can’t drive it

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Deltaforce
Member since July 2023 • 99 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Audi etron Advanced SUV key fob?

Posted on December 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1728 posts

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

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Flashgordon
Member • 92 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Audi etron Advanced SUV. Giving it a go myself.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 144 posts

My Audi etron Advanced SUV is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 129 posts

Using this on my Audi etron Advanced SUV now. Hope it works.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 25 posts

My Audi etron Advanced SUV's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 8 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Audi etron Advanced SUV.

December 31, 2024 Reply

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