[Recommended Fix] Need the factory key code to program a key for my AUDI Q5 50 TFSI E

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Darkangel
Member since July 2023 • 81 posts

Need my AUDI Q5 50 TFSI E's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on August 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the AUDI Q5 50 TFSI E. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Icecold
Member • 92 posts

My AUDI Q5 50 TFSI E refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 141 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a AUDI Q5 50 TFSI E.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 77 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a AUDI Q5 50 TFSI E.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 97 posts

Following along—same issue with my AUDI Q5 50 TFSI E.

August 29, 2024 Reply

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