[Working] Dealer wants $$$ for Beta ALP 240 code - any other options?

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Flyingdutch
Member since November 2021 • 40 posts

Looking for my Beta ALP 240's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on October 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1434 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Beta ALP 240. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Lasertag
Member • 54 posts

Key code problems with my Beta ALP 240 as well. Subscribed!

October 18, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 105 posts

Following this for my Beta ALP 240. Please update if it works!

October 19, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 33 posts

My Beta ALP 240 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 32 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Beta ALP 240, thanks for posting!

October 21, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 7 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Beta ALP 240.

October 22, 2024 Reply

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