[Confirmed] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Audi S4 Quattro

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Electric
Member since March 2022 • 66 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Audi S4 Quattro?

Posted on March 14, 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 Quattro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (4)

Turboboost
Member • 106 posts

My Audi S4 Quattro won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 92 posts

My Audi S4 Quattro won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 22 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Audi S4 Quattro. Trying this now.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 104 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Audi S4 Quattro.

March 18, 2025 Reply

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