[Fixed] Audi S6 Avant not accepting cloned key - code problem?

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Alphabeta
Member since May 2023 • 22 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Audi S6 Avant for making new keys?

Posted on December 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 828 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi S6 Avant. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 10, 2024

Replies (5)

Bigfoot
Member • 67 posts

Anyone try this on a Audi S6 Avant with push-button start?

December 10, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 60 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Audi S6 Avant.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 80 posts

Been stuck with my Audi S6 Avant for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 141 posts

Was about to tow my Audi S6 Avant. Let me try this first.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 78 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Audi S6 Avant's key code.

December 14, 2024 Reply

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