[Solved] Trying to program a new key for Audi RS6 Avant - code required?

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Neontiger
Member since April 2022 • 95 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Audi RS6 Avant to make a spare key?

Posted on March 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 929 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi RS6 Avant. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 12, 2025

Replies (6)

Electricslide
Member • 64 posts

My Audi RS6 Avant won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 67 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Audi RS6 Avant owner.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 88 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Audi RS6 Avant!

March 14, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 126 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Audi RS6 Avant.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 75 posts

Saved me from towing my Audi RS6 Avant. Thanks!

March 16, 2025 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 33 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Audi RS6 Avant—might work for mine too.

March 17, 2025 Reply

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