[Resolved] Need key code for Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback with proximity fob

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Xenowarrior
Member since October 2022 • 53 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback?

Posted on May 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 602 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Blackbelt
Member • 96 posts

I have the same Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback and I'm also trying to find the key code.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 137 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 32 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 32 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback. Trying this now.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 131 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 105 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Audi RS 5 Sportback Hatchback—might work for mine too.

May 13, 2025 Reply

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