[Confirmed Fix] ARO IMS Series key lost and no code - what are my options?

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Frank
Member since January 2023 • 53 posts

Need my ARO IMS Series's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on April 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 882 posts

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

Posted on April 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Iceberg
Member • 130 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my ARO IMS Series. Trying this instead.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 27 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my ARO IMS Series.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 42 posts

I tried this with my ARO IMS Series but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 09, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 20 posts

I’m in the same boat with my ARO IMS Series. This looks promising.

April 10, 2025 Reply

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