[Answered] Need key code after battery died in AUDI Q5 55 TFSI E

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Bluescreen
Member since July 2022 • 145 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a AUDI Q5 55 TFSI E for key programming?

Posted on December 20, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the AUDI Q5 55 TFSI E. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Kungfupanda
Member • 92 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my AUDI Q5 55 TFSI E. This is a lifesaver.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 56 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 AUDI Q5 55 TFSI E?

December 22, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 21 posts

I’ve been locked out of my AUDI Q5 55 TFSI E all week. Hope this helps.

December 23, 2024 Reply

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