[Verified] Need programming code to activate new key for Audi RS3

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Where can I locate the key code to program a Audi RS3 key?

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Can’t believe this worked on my Audi RS3. Huge thanks!

Struggling with the same issue on my Audi RS3, following this thread.

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Audi RS3.

Trying to figure this out for my Audi RS3 too!

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