[Issue Closed] How do I get the key programming PIN for a used Audi R8 Decennium?

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Alphawolf
Member since November 2021 • 82 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Audi R8 Decennium?

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1723 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi R8 Decennium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Xfactor
Member • 120 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Audi R8 Decennium.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 65 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Audi R8 Decennium. This might do it.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 86 posts

Does this method work for the Audi R8 Decennium models from 2010 onward?

November 04, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 11 posts

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

November 05, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 46 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Audi R8 Decennium too.

November 06, 2024 Reply

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