[Free Tool] Locked out of diagnostics - Audi S4 asks for access code

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Titanium
Member since September 2022 • 54 posts

How can I access my Audi S4's key code to program new keys?

Posted on March 29, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 924 posts

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

Posted on March 30, 2025

Replies (3)

Viperstrike
Member • 117 posts

I tried this with my Audi S4 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

March 30, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 67 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Audi S4 before?

March 31, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 87 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Audi S4.

April 01, 2025 Reply

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