[Recommended Fix] Audi etron GT concept immobilizer module mismatch - how to fix?

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How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Audi etron GT concept?

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Been searching everywhere for help with my Audi etron GT concept's key code.

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Audi etron GT concept.

I’ve got a 2012 Audi etron GT concept, would this method still work?

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