[Recommended Fix] Need key code for Audi Q7 4L with valet key only

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Byteme
Member since March 2023 • 69 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Audi Q7 4L?

Posted on January 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi Q7 4L. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 18, 2025

Replies (4)

Quicksilver
Member • 133 posts

I think my Audi Q7 4L has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 86 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Audi Q7 4L?

January 19, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 56 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Audi Q7 4L.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 7 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Audi Q7 4L.

January 21, 2025 Reply

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