[It Worked!] Transponder chip replaced - now Beta Ark K needs code?

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Platinumblonde
Member since March 2023 • 31 posts

How can I retrieve my Beta Ark K's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on April 02, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1714 posts

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

Posted on April 03, 2025

Replies (6)

Frank
Member • 26 posts

My Beta Ark K won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 34 posts

My Beta Ark K's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

April 04, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 50 posts

My Beta Ark K has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 05, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 105 posts

I’m not alone! My Beta Ark K is doing the same thing.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 58 posts

My Beta Ark K refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 41 posts

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

April 08, 2025 Reply

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