<h1>2018 Audi R8 Smart Key Remote Fob</h1> <p>Step-by-Step Programming Instructions</p> <p><font size="3"><b>Programming Procedure:</b> </font></p> <ul> <li><font size="3">Step 1: Confirm that all smart key fobs intended for use are available during the programming session. Any fob not present during programming will be erased from the system and rendered nonfunctional. </font></li> <li><font size="3">Step 2: Bring the vehicle to an authorized Audi service center or a dealer with access to official Audi diagnostic equipment. The 2018 Audi R8 does not support self-programming or manual programming procedures. </font></li> <li><font size="3">Step 3: A certified technician will connect the vehicle to a secure diagnostic interface via the OBD-II port located beneath the dashboard. </font></li> <li><font size="3">Step 4: The technician will access the vehicle’s immobilizer and keyless entry control modules using Audi’s official software platform. </font></li> <li><font size="3">Step 5: Each new smart key fob will be registered to the vehicle's security system, enabling features such as keyless entry, push-button start, and remote locking functions. </font></li> <li><font size="3">Step 6: After programming, the technician will test each fob to ensure full functionality—including door locks, ignition, and trunk access. </font></li> <li><font size="3">Step 7: Once all functions are verified, the updated key profile is saved to the vehicle’s onboard memory, completing the process.</font></li> </ul>