[Archived] How can I obtain my Audi R8 Panther Edition's key code to program a spare key?

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Vikingking
Member since May 2023 • 136 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Audi R8 Panther Edition - help?

Posted on November 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 524 posts

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

Posted on November 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Goldengate
Member • 82 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Audi R8 Panther Edition.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 63 posts

I have the same Audi R8 Panther Edition and I'm also trying to find the key code.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 40 posts

Was about to tow my Audi R8 Panther Edition. Let me try this first.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 66 posts

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

November 12, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 106 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Audi R8 Panther Edition.

November 13, 2024 Reply

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