[It Worked!] Trying to sync new fob with Audi TT RS 8J - code needed?

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Easymoney
Member since February 2023 • 17 posts

Looking for my Audi TT RS 8J's factory key code to program a key

Posted on September 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1904 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Audi TT RS 8J. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 25, 2024

Replies (3)

Rocketman
Member • 58 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Audi TT RS 8J this weekend.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 64 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Audi TT RS 8J.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 105 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Audi TT RS 8J. This is a lifesaver.

September 27, 2024 Reply

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