[Confirmed Fix] Dealer vs locksmith for Audi Grandsphere key code

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Jazzhands
Member since November 2022 • 25 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Audi Grandsphere?

Posted on August 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi Grandsphere. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Viperstrike
Member • 133 posts

This thread might save my Audi Grandsphere. Thanks everyone!

August 18, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 53 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Audi Grandsphere.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 146 posts

I’m not alone! My Audi Grandsphere is doing the same thing.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 6 posts

My Audi Grandsphere is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

August 21, 2024 Reply

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