[It Worked!] Where can I locate the key code to program a Audi R8 V10 RWS key?

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Whitenoise
Member since June 2023 • 137 posts

How can I obtain my Audi R8 V10 RWS's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1049 posts

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

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (6)

Xfactor
Member • 144 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Audi R8 V10 RWS too.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 26 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Audi R8 V10 RWS. Huge thanks!

October 29, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 48 posts

Will this work for older Audi R8 V10 RWSs? Mine's a 2009.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 150 posts

My Audi R8 V10 RWS's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 100 posts

Anyone try this on a Audi R8 V10 RWS with push-button start?

November 01, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 18 posts

My Audi R8 V10 RWS's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 02, 2024 Reply

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