[Closed] How do I find the key code to program a key for my Audi R8 eTron?

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Darkhorse
Member since January 2022 • 107 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Audi R8 eTron?

Posted on August 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi R8 eTron. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 03, 2024

Replies (5)

Deltaforce
Member • 132 posts

Using this on my Audi R8 eTron now. Hope it works.

August 03, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 46 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Audi R8 eTron too!

August 04, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 133 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Audi R8 eTron!

August 05, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 6 posts

Following along—same issue with my Audi R8 eTron.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 32 posts

Anyone try this on a Audi R8 eTron with push-button start?

August 07, 2024 Reply

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