[Status: Resolved] Got a blank key - how to program for Audi Q4 etron quattro?

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Echolima
Member since May 2022 • 78 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Audi Q4 etron quattro for key programming?

Posted on January 05, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1578 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi Q4 etron quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 06, 2025

Replies (3)

Vectorx
Member • 62 posts

Will this work if the Audi Q4 etron quattro has an aftermarket alarm?

January 06, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 139 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Audi Q4 etron quattro?

January 07, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 10 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Audi Q4 etron quattro as well.

January 08, 2025 Reply

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