[Answered] How do locksmiths get key codes for Audi S3 8Ys?

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Laserbeam
Member since August 2021 • 54 posts

Need my Audi S3 8Y's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on August 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1446 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi S3 8Y. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 29, 2024

Replies (5)

Rustyshack
Member • 6 posts

Same problem on my Audi S3 8Y. Watching for any working solutions.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 117 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Audi S3 8Y.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 36 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Audi S3 8Y.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 95 posts

My Audi S3 8Y's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

September 01, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 24 posts

Really need the key code for my Audi S3 8Y, thanks for sharing!

September 02, 2024 Reply

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