[Closed] Audi R18 etron quattro not accepting cloned key - code problem?

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Jazzcat
Member since January 2023 • 129 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Audi R18 etron quattro for key programming?

Posted on March 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi R18 etron quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 30, 2025

Replies (3)

Cyberghost
Member • 110 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Audi R18 etron quattro!

March 30, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 132 posts

Does this method work for the Audi R18 etron quattro models from 2010 onward?

March 31, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 57 posts

My Audi R18 etron quattro won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

April 01, 2025 Reply

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