[Resolved] Key code needed after computer reset on Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron

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Xenoking
Member since November 2021 • 43 posts

Looking for my Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron's factory key code to program a key

Posted on May 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 17, 2025

Replies (6)

Shadowfax
Member • 61 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron. This is a lifesaver.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 100 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron before?

May 18, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 86 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron, following this thread.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 123 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron. Huge thanks!

May 20, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 43 posts

I have a 2011 Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron, will this method work for that year?

May 21, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 132 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Audi Q4 Sportback 50 etron.

May 22, 2025 Reply

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