[Closed] Audi etron Prestige SUV repair stalled - missing immobilizer code

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How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Audi etron Prestige SUV?

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Good luck to everyone dealing with Audi etron Prestige SUV key issues!

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Audi etron Prestige SUV for a while.

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Audi etron Prestige SUV.

I have a 2011 Audi etron Prestige SUV, will this method work for that year?

Good luck to everyone dealing with Audi etron Prestige SUV key issues!

I think my Audi etron Prestige SUV has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

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