[Closed] Looking for my Audi RS etron GT's key code to program a new key fob

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Alphaomega
Member since December 2021 • 122 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Audi RS etron GT for making new keys?

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1316 posts

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

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Moonwalker
Member • 145 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Audi RS etron GT as well.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 41 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Audi RS etron GT. This is a lifesaver.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 55 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Audi RS etron GT—might work for mine too.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 88 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Audi RS etron GT before?

February 26, 2025 Reply

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