[Success] Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Audi S5 Cabriolet?

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Electriceel
Member since October 2021 • 80 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Audi S5 Cabriolet?

Posted on August 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi S5 Cabriolet. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 22, 2024

Replies (6)

Codemaster
Member • 105 posts

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

August 22, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 63 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Audi S5 Cabriolet, hope someone can help.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 37 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Audi S5 Cabriolet.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 26 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Audi S5 Cabriolet.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 125 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Audi S5 Cabriolet!

August 26, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 20 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Audi S5 Cabriolets?

August 27, 2024 Reply

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