[Archived] Where is the key code stored on a Audi RS 6 C8?

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Yellowjacket
Member since September 2022 • 100 posts

Need my Audi RS 6 C8's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi RS 6 C8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (4)

Ghostrider
Member • 107 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Audi RS 6 C8. Trying this instead.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 17 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Audi RS 6 C8.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 113 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Audi RS 6 C8.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 10 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Audi RS 6 C8. Thanks!

March 11, 2025 Reply

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