[Solved] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a Beta Evo 80?

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Xrayspecs
Member since September 2021 • 135 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Beta Evo 80?

Posted on March 08, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Beta Evo 80. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 09, 2025

Replies (5)

Alphabeta
Member • 91 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Beta Evo 80 before?

March 09, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 112 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Beta Evo 80 key issues!

March 10, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 90 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Beta Evo 80 before?

March 11, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 13 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Beta Evo 80. Huge thanks!

March 12, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 118 posts

Using this on my Beta Evo 80 now. Hope it works.

March 13, 2025 Reply

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