[Confirmed] Locked out of my Audi RS Q8, missing PIN code

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Voodoochild
Member since March 2022 • 119 posts

Looking for my Audi RS Q8's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on August 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1325 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi RS Q8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 04, 2024

Replies (4)

Yankeezulu
Member • 121 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Audi RS Q8. This looks promising.

August 04, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 63 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Audi RS Q8.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 16 posts

My Audi RS Q8 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

August 06, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 24 posts

Will this work if the Audi RS Q8 has an aftermarket alarm?

August 07, 2024 Reply

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