[Archived] Cheapest way to obtain Audi S5 B8 key code

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Rocketman
Member since January 2023 • 83 posts

How can I obtain my Audi S5 B8's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 780 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi S5 B8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Neondream
Member • 121 posts

This thread might save my Audi S5 B8. Thanks everyone!

October 24, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 46 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Audi S5 B8 too.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 88 posts

My Audi S5 B8 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 91 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Audi S5 B8?

October 27, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 19 posts

This just might solve my Audi S5 B8's ignition issue.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 69 posts

Same issue here with my Audi S5 B8, let me know if it works.

October 29, 2024 Reply

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