[Status: Resolved] Need key code after valet lost keys to Audi RS5 Sportback

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Ziggystar
Member since February 2023 • 128 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Audi RS5 Sportback keys?

Posted on August 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1093 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi RS5 Sportback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 09, 2024

Replies (3)

Bigfoot
Member • 115 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Audi RS5 Sportback owner.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 126 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Audi RS5 Sportback owner.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 81 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Audi RS5 Sportback. Giving it a go myself.

August 11, 2024 Reply

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