Dealer wanted $20 for the OEM Radio Security Code!!

[bngu1]

so i was driving home last night, my engine light flashed and then stay lit. i then stopped by a local auto parts store and had them pull the code. sure enough it was cylinder 6 misfire; coil pack! i then stopped by the dealer to pick up a coil pack and ask the service people if they can give me the security code for my radio. i bought my car used and it didn't come with a radio code. i told the service consultant that the radio is already off the car and i just need the security code for it. he then walked me outside and told me that it's usually $56 for but he'll only charge me $20 if i ask for him when i come in and have it done. i can't believe that they actually want to charge me for, i thought it's free.

[mksap11]

sounds like the guy is trying to make a buck on the side or something. why not call your salesman and ask him why the car didn't come with a security code for the radio?

[JMG]

Blatant attempt to score some extra $. There is no charge to get the code.

[Pete4 1.8t]

I hate to say this, but usually there is a charge to get the code to the radio.

[bcramer]

I hate to say this, but usually there is a charge to get the code to the radio.

This.

[cstarky15]

This is true. I have been charged for getting my radio code. It was for my 01 A4 but it they do charge.

[jgmpn6]

so i was driving home last night, my engine light flashed and then stay lit. i then stopped by a local auto parts store and had them pull the code. sure enough it was cylinder 6 misfire; coil pack! i then stopped by the dealer to pick up a coil pack and ask the service people if they can give me the security code for my radio. i bought my car used and it didn't come with a radio code. i told the service consultant that the radio is already off the car and i just need the security code for it. he then walked me outside and told me that it's usually $56 for but he'll only charge me $20 if i ask for him when i come in and have it done. i can't believe that they actually want to charge me for, i thought it's free.

$70 for mine id take the $20 deal, shops generally charge 1 hour of labor for this 15 minute process...

[Longfist86]

absolutely they charge!
although your sales guy might be able to help $20.00 sounds very reasonable.
hook up your service wrighter you may need him inthe future.

[i5wikcedi3]

Miramar Audi in San Diego, CA charges 120. So you bet your ass you had a deal of a lifetime. There's nothing in this world that's free.

[i5wikcedi3]

BTW, what is the number to the dealer that you went to, and the sales guy's name. I'm willing to pay 20 for mine.

[Quattro2.0]

Maybe you missed the message that dealerships are criminals.

[AudiWxGuy]

My dealership told me that the can't get the code at all...so there. Lying bastards!!!

[NOGAROB6S4]

techs get paid per job. nobody likes to work for free. get in good with an advisor or a tech is the best thing to do. again 20 bucks isnt bad...

[Mtepete]

what the hell is the security code for ??!?

[4R!NGS]

did you check in your spare tire location? it is usually therre on a sticker...my tech showed me where it was.

[bngu1]

just so you guys know, i went to the dealer that i usually service with and they give the code for FREE!!!!!