[Issue Closed] AUDI Q5 SPORTBACK 50 TFSI immobilizer won’t clear - what code do I need?

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Digitalx
Member since October 2022 • 10 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my AUDI Q5 SPORTBACK 50 TFSI?

Posted on February 07, 2025
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the AUDI Q5 SPORTBACK 50 TFSI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 08, 2025

Replies (4)

Irongiant
Member • 46 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 AUDI Q5 SPORTBACK 50 TFSI.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 116 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my AUDI Q5 SPORTBACK 50 TFSI.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 70 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my AUDI Q5 SPORTBACK 50 TFSI. Trying this instead.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 102 posts

Trying this on my AUDI Q5 SPORTBACK 50 TFSI later. Will report back.

February 11, 2025 Reply

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