[Update] Lost transponder code for my Ariel Square Four - any ideas?

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Uncleben
Member since January 2023 • 14 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Ariel Square Four?

Posted on May 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ariel Square Four. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 18, 2025

Replies (6)

Deltaforce
Member • 137 posts

Following this for my Ariel Square Four. Please update if it works!

May 18, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 149 posts

My Ariel Square Four's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

May 19, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 13 posts

Saved me from towing my Ariel Square Four. Thanks!

May 20, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 41 posts

Trying this on my Ariel Square Four later. Will report back.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 56 posts

My Ariel Square Four's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 122 posts

Saved me from towing my Ariel Square Four. Thanks!

May 23, 2025 Reply

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