[Answered] Verify Audi R8 LMS ultra GT3 key code before paying dealer

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Thunderbolt
Member since March 2022 • 74 posts

How can I find my Audi R8 LMS ultra GT3's key code to program a new key?

Posted on May 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 LMS ultra GT3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Javaking
Member • 64 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Audi R8 LMS ultra GT3's key code.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 148 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Audi R8 LMS ultra GT3.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 7 posts

My Audi R8 LMS ultra GT3 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 18, 2025 Reply

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