[Resolved] Got blank key from junkyard - won’t program to Electric City Artelec 470

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Timemachine
Member since November 2022 • 101 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Electric City Artelec 470?

Posted on March 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Electric City Artelec 470. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 06, 2025

Replies (6)

Greengiant
Member • 76 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Electric City Artelec 470.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 140 posts

My Electric City Artelec 470's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 61 posts

My Electric City Artelec 470 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 46 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Electric City Artelec 470.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 148 posts

Trying this on my Electric City Artelec 470 later. Will report back.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 104 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Electric City Artelec 470's key code.

March 11, 2025 Reply

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