[Method] Looking for key code for my Audi Q8 etron quattro, any tips?

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Codemaster
Member since February 2022 • 126 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Audi Q8 etron quattro - where's the key code?

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 978 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi Q8 etron quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (3)

Crazycat
Member • 25 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Audi Q8 etron quattro.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 73 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Audi Q8 etron quattro?

March 06, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 120 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Audi Q8 etron quattro key issue.

March 07, 2025 Reply

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