[Confirmed] How do I know if my Beta ARK LC Paddock has an immobilizer?

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Ultraviolet
Member since July 2022 • 22 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Beta ARK LC Paddock key fob?

Posted on April 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1825 posts

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

Posted on April 07, 2025

Replies (6)

Captainkirk
Member • 35 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Beta ARK LC Paddock key issues!

April 07, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 100 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Beta ARK LC Paddock, following this thread.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 117 posts

I have a 2011 Beta ARK LC Paddock, will this method work for that year?

April 09, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 14 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Beta ARK LC Paddock.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 131 posts

My Beta ARK LC Paddock refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 61 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Beta ARK LC Paddock.

April 12, 2025 Reply

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