[Closed] Key won’t work on my Audi RS 5 - is it the PIN code?

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Grace
Member since May 2022 • 58 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Audi RS 5 for key programming?

Posted on December 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 669 posts

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

Posted on December 14, 2024

Replies (6)

Zombieslayer
Member • 49 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Audi RS 5 key issues!

December 14, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 96 posts

Following along—same issue with my Audi RS 5.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 40 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Audi RS 5—need the code first.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 124 posts

This just might solve my Audi RS 5's ignition issue.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 116 posts

Been here before with my Audi RS 5. Let’s see if this one works.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 55 posts

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

December 19, 2024 Reply

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