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

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Quantumfizz
Member since July 2023 • 99 posts

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

Posted on August 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1346 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi RS3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Silverfox
Member • 14 posts

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

August 23, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 107 posts

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

August 24, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 89 posts

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

August 25, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 101 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Audi RS3 too!

August 26, 2024 Reply

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