[Completed] How do I find the key code to program a key for my Audi etron Sportback?

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Timemachine
Member since November 2022 • 129 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Audi etron Sportback for programming keys?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1058 posts

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

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (3)

Jumpman
Member • 140 posts

Using this on my Audi etron Sportback now. Hope it works.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 100 posts

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

September 21, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 111 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Audi etron Sportbacks?

September 22, 2024 Reply

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