[Free Tool] My 2001 Dodge Neon says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Frostymug
Member since March 2023 • 59 posts

Looking for my 2001 Dodge Neon's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on August 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on August 15, 2024

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Jazzhands
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This thread might save my 2001 Dodge Neon. Thanks everyone!

August 15, 2024 Reply
Grace
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I have a 2011 2001 Dodge Neon, will this method work for that year?

August 16, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
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August 17, 2024 Reply

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