[Working] Key code missing from manual for Audi Q8 etron

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Knightrider
Member since November 2021 • 44 posts

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

Posted on August 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1209 posts

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

Posted on August 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbite
Member • 84 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Audi Q8 etron!

August 30, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 44 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Audi Q8 etron, thanks for posting!

August 31, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 119 posts

Just tried this on my Audi Q8 etron—anyone else have success?

September 01, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 78 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Audi Q8 etron.

September 02, 2024 Reply

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