[Success] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Audi R8 Coupe quattro

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Gamemaster
Member since July 2023 • 58 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Audi R8 Coupe quattro to make a spare key?

Posted on January 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi R8 Coupe quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Echolima
Member • 23 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Audi R8 Coupe quattro.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 107 posts

My Audi R8 Coupe quattro's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 148 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Audi R8 Coupe quattro.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 108 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Audi R8 Coupe quattro!

January 19, 2025 Reply
Javaking
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My Audi R8 Coupe quattro is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

January 20, 2025 Reply

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