[Fixed] Locked out of diagnostics - Audi Q3 SLine asks for access code

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Bigfoot
Member since January 2022 • 88 posts

Looking for my Audi Q3 SLine's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1827 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi Q3 SLine. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Alice
Member • 128 posts

Key code problems with my Audi Q3 SLine as well. Subscribed!

November 18, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 136 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Audi Q3 SLine.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 140 posts

I have a 2011 Audi Q3 SLine, will this method work for that year?

November 20, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 34 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Audi Q3 SLine!

November 21, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 109 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Audi Q3 SLine this weekend.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 131 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Audi Q3 SLine, following this thread.

November 23, 2024 Reply

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