[Confirmed Fix] Need key code after battery died in Audi RS5 8T

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Turboboost
Member since May 2022 • 56 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Audi RS5 8T?

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 563 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi RS5 8T. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (4)

Rustyshack
Member • 84 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Audi RS5 8T too!

August 21, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 83 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Audi RS5 8T key issue.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 69 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Audi RS5 8T. Huge thanks!

August 23, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 38 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Audi RS5 8T.

August 24, 2024 Reply

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