[Free Solution] My Electric City Artelec 670 won’t start - key code lost

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Charlie
Member since August 2022 • 56 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Electric City Artelec 670 to program a key?

Posted on January 28, 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 670. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 29, 2025

Replies (6)

Emeraldcity
Member • 66 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Electric City Artelec 670.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 142 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Electric City Artelec 670.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 86 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Electric City Artelec 670.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 88 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Electric City Artelec 670. This is a lifesaver.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 114 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Electric City Artelec 670. Trying this instead.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 60 posts

Following along—same issue with my Electric City Artelec 670.

February 03, 2025 Reply

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