[Recommended Fix] How do I find the key code to program a key for my Audi RS6 Avant 50 TFSI?

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Zombieking
Member since March 2022 • 138 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Audi RS6 Avant 50 TFSI?

Posted on December 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi RS6 Avant 50 TFSI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 24, 2024

Replies (4)

Goldengate
Member • 88 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Audi RS6 Avant 50 TFSI all week. Hope this helps.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 103 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Audi RS6 Avant 50 TFSI. Need the code badly.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 49 posts

Trying this out on my Audi RS6 Avant 50 TFSI today—hoping it works.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 100 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Audi RS6 Avant 50 TFSI.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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