[Method] Dealer wants $200 for Steinmetz Antara PIN - other options?

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Youngturk
Member since July 2023 • 99 posts

How can I access my Steinmetz Antara's key code to program new keys?

Posted on September 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1273 posts

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

Posted on October 01, 2024

Replies (6)

Gizmoguy
Member • 85 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Steinmetz Antara. Need the code badly.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 56 posts

My Steinmetz Antara's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 132 posts

My Steinmetz Antara might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 69 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Steinmetz Antara, hope this helps.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 45 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Steinmetz Antara.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 102 posts

I have the same Steinmetz Antara and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 06, 2024 Reply

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