[Fixed] Just installed push start on my Audi R15 TDI - need new code?

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Where do they get the key code to program Audi R15 TDI keys at the dealer?

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Got a dead key fob for my Audi R15 TDI. Need the code badly.

Using this on my Audi R15 TDI now. Hope it works.

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Audi R15 TDI.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Audi R15 TDI?

Wish I found this thread before towing my Audi R15 TDI.

Been stuck with my Audi R15 TDI for weeks. This might be the fix.

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