[Resolved] Trying to program a new key for my Audi S4 Cabriolet 42 quattro - where's the key code?

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Phoenixrise
Member since March 2023 • 81 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Audi S4 Cabriolet 42 quattro?

Posted on May 08, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi S4 Cabriolet 42 quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 09, 2025

Replies (5)

Vectorx
Member • 15 posts

My Audi S4 Cabriolet 42 quattro has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

May 09, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 98 posts

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

May 10, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 5 posts

Was about to tow my Audi S4 Cabriolet 42 quattro. Let me try this first.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 90 posts

Using this on my Audi S4 Cabriolet 42 quattro now. Hope it works.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 52 posts

Following this for my Audi S4 Cabriolet 42 quattro. Please update if it works!

May 13, 2025 Reply

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