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

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Alphamale
Member since September 2022 • 21 posts

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

Posted on May 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1093 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi R15 TDI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 20, 2025

Replies (6)

Alphaomega
Member • 40 posts

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

May 20, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 92 posts

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

May 21, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 63 posts

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

May 22, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 125 posts

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

May 23, 2025 Reply
Betatest
Member • 68 posts

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

May 24, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 19 posts

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

May 25, 2025 Reply

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