Key Programming Audi
Aureo Harvey
Whether you're a new Audi driver or you've been a fan for years, the features and amenities that come along with owning one of these incredible models never get old. From offering keyless entry to remote start, your Audi key fob delivers convenience on every Virginia Beach drive. While built to the highest standards, eventually the battery inside your Audi key fob may wear out. When that happens, you'll likely need to learn how to open your Audi key fob, how to replace your Audi key fob battery, and how to program your Audi key fob.
While you can always book an appointment with us for Audi key fob programming, we know that you may be out and about in Norfolk when you need Audi key fob tips. Learn how to open your Audi key fob and find tips on Audi key fob battery replacement with our expert service staff below!
Before you learn about Audi key fob programming, you'll need to handle your Audi key fob battery replacement. Depending on the type of Audi key fob you have, the process to replace the battery can differ. However, your Audi key fob battery replacement will feel like a breeze when you follow our guide:
Note: If your car doesn't recognize your key fob once you've changed the battery, insert the key into the driver's side door. Use the key to unlock and then lock the door manually. From there, remove the key from the door and press the "unlock" button.
If you've swapped your key fob battery, you may need to program your Audi key fob in order to take advantage of its features. You can do this on your own, or you can rely on our service team to handle the job for you! To program your existing remote, follow these instructions:
Note: If you need to program a brand-new key fob, we suggest you visit our Hampton dealership for help. The process to program new or multiple fobs can be complex, but our expert staff can handle the job in just a few minutes!
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So I spent over an hour searching various Audi forums about how to duplicate the key and program the remote key fob. I encountered a lot of conflicting information and non-specific suggestions and speculation along with many uncomfortable price quotes. So this post is intended to clear up confusion for any other first-generation Audi TT owners out there by recounting exactly what I did in order to get a duplicate key and fob.
The above is all I had to do to get my new key fob working. The trunk release button worked fine. The range on the aftermarket key fob seemed better than the original, but the range for any of my keys were never very far (maybe a few car lengths).
Note that in my case, the newly cut key blank was able to manually lock, unlock, and start the car. This is because my car does not have an immobilizer. I only needed to program the new key fob so I could lock and unlock the doors and trunk by pushing the remote control buttons.
If your vehicle will not lock or unlock using the remote control, it could be that the code for the control unit and key needs to be reset. This can occur if you frequently use the remote control while standing outside of the effective range.
For the record, these official instructions did not work for my original key after I replaced its dead batteries. I only got the original key fob (a.k.a. remote control) working again by following the Instructions for Programming a NEW Key Fob, which require having a second key.
In the absence of this chip, for instance, if you purchased a key blank and a fob shell devoid of electronic components (which are available), the key effectively functions as a standard valet key without an immobilizer. Audi TTs lacking an immobilizer can be manually locked/unlocked and even driven with such a key. However, a key without a chip can only perform locking/unlocking functions and is incapable of starting the engine in an Audi TT equipped with an immobilizer.
For anyone that runs into this problem of having to also program the immobilizer chip located in the key half of the remote: you should be able to find a locksmith that can also program that for you. You can find a reputable locksmith near you at findalocksmith.com.
Steps to reprogram keys to a car they are already linked to:
1. Press and hold the unlock key on a remote
2. Insert key in ignition and turn to on (while still holding unlock)
3. Hold unlock while in the on position for 2 seconds
4. Turn key to off, remove from ignition and release button.
7. Lock the door again (physically) with the key, (not the remote) by turning clockwise.
8. Press the unlock button two times with a one second interval in between, the lights will flash with each button press for a total of two flashes.
9. Wait 10 seconds and press the unlock button. The doors should unlock. The second transmitter is now programmed.
10. Lock the door again (physically) with the key, (not the remote) by turning clockwise.
11. Press the unlock button three times with a one second interval in between, the lights will flash with each button press for a total of three flashes.
12. Wait 10 seconds and press the unlock button. The doors should unlock. The third transmitter is now programmed.
13. Lock the door again (physically) with the key, (not the remote) by turning clockwise.
14. Press the unlock button four times with a one second interval in between, the lights will flash with each button press for a total of four flashes.
15. Wait 10 seconds and press the unlock button. The doors should unlock. The fourth transmitter is now programmed.
At least one Audi TT owner has had some difficulty accessing the programming mode. If it doesnt work then take the key out of the ignition and start over. Rinse, lather, repeat. It will go eventually.
I had to unscrew a Phillips screw in the replacement, then use a small flat screwdriver to pry it open. I had to use only a small flat screwdriver to pry open the original (there was no Phillips screw).
Paulo, I believe (but am not positive) what you'll have to do is contact your Audi dealership with your VIN. They might be able to order a new key for you from the factory. Once you do that, you can at least manually lock, unlock, and drive your car. But if the remote control is not programmed, you'll probably have to get yet another key (e.g., by following what I did) to program it.
There is no limp mode without a chip. If a mechanical key starts vehicle, no chip required. The article above is pretty much correct other than the limp mode aspect, and the part about any need to replace perfectly good components.
IF someone sticks key in a key-scanning device, and it says there is a chip, you are in amateurville. ALL VW and Audi keys, approx 1998 have the chip in the key heads, whether or not there is a system to interact with the chip. "Scanning" the key can create a false indication unless technician understands the chip status.
1. IF the vehicle is equipped with immobilizer, a key with a programmed chip is required. You can go to a dealer, if they have treated you like they love you, or visit a locksmith. There should be no reason to replace any components, unless something is malfunctioning. I made a client a second key, without remote for well under a hundred.
2. If equipped with immobilizer, your locksmith can read the required pin code and program keys, as well as remotes. Today I got skunked trying to program a remote... vehicle would not respond. This was being done with a diagnostic tool that turned out to be missing coverage for this year/model. Doing the two key biz did not work; it rarely does on an Audi. I have no accrued data to discern which will, which wont be user programming on the REMOTE, but the IMMOBILIZER key can NOT be done by owner, even with VCDS/ aka VagCom. There also could be a vehicle malfunction, preventing programming.
3. Buy the key, the remote, cutting the key and the programming from one source. The locksmith or dealer will usually not guarantee success with someone else's parts. I personally only buy brand new components, not "reshelled" or otherwise reconstituted material sold cheap online. Save cheap for medications and major surgery, not for your car!
Also, beware of piracy. Lots of fake VagCom cables are sold online, to appeal to the miserly. They generally do not work at all, or have stolen software that has not been improved, because as the years went on, diagnostic tool developers began securing their software. Piracy has bad karma attached. The REAL VCDS/VagCom software is from Ross-Tech only, or their authorized resellers. You will still need a locksmith to read and provide you with your 4 digit pin code to USE VCDS to program immobilizer keys. The remote should not require this pin number.
I do not sell online, please don't request keys by mail. Patronize your local locksmith or if they are beloved, your dealer. We have an awesome Audi dealer here near Boulder, Colorado, owned by Kuni dealerships. Can not say a bad thing about them. But we often can because we do not have to order them prepped or precut to fit.
Hi Melanie. The website for YourKeylessRemote.com does say "programming instructions are not included; This device requires cutting and programming by a dealership or locksmith." But if you are lucky and your car doesn't have an immobilizer system, you can program the remote control yourself by following the instructions of this post.
The key should work on your car if Audi creates the right key based off of the VIN number. You won't have to reprogram the key fob since I presume you will already be using your existing one, and it is already programmed.
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