[Free Tool] Audi R8 Spyder V10 won’t unlock or start - key code problem?

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Rustyshack
Member since November 2022 • 130 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Audi R8 Spyder V10

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1484 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi R8 Spyder V10. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Ultraman
Member • 10 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Audi R8 Spyder V10, hope this helps.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 109 posts

I have the same Audi R8 Spyder V10 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 106 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Audi R8 Spyder V10.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 125 posts

My Audi R8 Spyder V10 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 136 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Audi R8 Spyder V10 this weekend.

September 24, 2024 Reply

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