[Resolved] Audi S4 42 quattro won’t start after replacing key - what code do I need?

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Viperstrike
Member since June 2022 • 37 posts

How can I retrieve my Audi S4 42 quattro's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on January 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1949 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi S4 42 quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 27, 2025

Replies (5)

Nighthawk
Member • 87 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Audi S4 42 quattro all week. Hope this helps.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 69 posts

My Audi S4 42 quattro just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 69 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Audi S4 42 quattro. Huge thanks!

January 29, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 98 posts

Anyone try this on a Audi S4 42 quattro with push-button start?

January 30, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 28 posts

Just what I needed! My Audi S4 42 quattro has been acting up lately.

January 31, 2025 Reply

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