[Issue Closed] DIY method to find key code for Audi S3

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Quantumleap
Member since October 2022 • 56 posts

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

Posted on October 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 559 posts

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

Posted on October 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Neontiger
Member • 116 posts

Following along—same issue with my Audi S3.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 107 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Audi S3—need the code first.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 26 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Audi S3 too.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 8 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Audi S3 for days.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 117 posts

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

October 27, 2024 Reply

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