[Solution] Trying to program a new key for my Audi S5 B85 - where's the key code?

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Echolima
Member since April 2022 • 125 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Audi S5 B85 to make a spare key?

Posted on November 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 819 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi S5 B85. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 20, 2024

Replies (6)

Wildcard
Member • 135 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Audi S5 B85 key issues!

November 20, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 19 posts

My Audi S5 B85 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 48 posts

My Audi S5 B85 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 149 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Audi S5 B85 this weekend.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 103 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Audi S5 B85 for days.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 53 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Audi S5 B85.

November 25, 2024 Reply

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