[Confirmed Fix] How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Audi R8 NF?

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Ironman
Member since June 2022 • 148 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Audi R8 NF to program a key?

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1497 posts

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

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Cyberninja
Member • 35 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Audi R8 NF key code too.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 56 posts

My Audi R8 NF is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 57 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Audi R8 NF?

September 19, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 70 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Audi R8 NFs?

September 20, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 24 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Audi R8 NF.

September 21, 2024 Reply

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