[Archived] VIN key code generator for Audi S5 Quattro Convertible - does it work?

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Metalhead
Member since February 2023 • 54 posts

How can I access my Audi S5 Quattro Convertible's key code to program new keys?

Posted on September 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1400 posts

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

Posted on September 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Javaking
Member • 100 posts

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

September 29, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 60 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Audi S5 Quattro Convertible.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 48 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Audi S5 Quattro Convertible.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 98 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Audi S5 Quattro Convertible for a while.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 148 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Audi S5 Quattro Convertible.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 43 posts

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

October 04, 2024 Reply

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