[Completed] Dealer being difficult about Audi Type S_SS key code

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Ironwill
Member since July 2023 • 70 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Audi Type S_SS?

Posted on March 21, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1834 posts

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

Posted on March 22, 2025

Replies (4)

Icemann
Member • 121 posts

My Audi Type S_SS is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 73 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Audi Type S_SS!

March 23, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 33 posts

If this works for my Audi Type S_SS, I owe you big time.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 23 posts

My Audi Type S_SS's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

March 25, 2025 Reply

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