[It Worked!] Audi TT RS 8S key programming failed - what now?

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Ironwill
Member since February 2022 • 131 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Audi TT RS 8S?

Posted on February 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1227 posts

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

Posted on February 19, 2025

Replies (5)

Echolima
Member • 10 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Audi TT RS 8S too.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 134 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Audi TT RS 8S.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 148 posts

I tried this with my Audi TT RS 8S but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 21, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 133 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Audi TT RS 8S.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 68 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Audi TT RS 8S. Giving it a go myself.

February 23, 2025 Reply

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