[Issue Closed] Locked out of my Audi Steppenwolf - don’t have the key code

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Frostydog
Member since January 2022 • 117 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Audi Steppenwolf

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1003 posts

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

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Bob
Member • 71 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Audi Steppenwolf. Trying this instead.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 62 posts

My Audi Steppenwolf just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 144 posts

Saved me from towing my Audi Steppenwolf. Thanks!

November 23, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 113 posts

I tried this with my Audi Steppenwolf but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 24, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 13 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Audi Steppenwolf!

November 25, 2024 Reply

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