[Closed] My 2006 Toyota Yaris sedan says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Omegaman
Member since July 2022 • 124 posts

How can I access my 2006 Toyota Yaris sedan's key code to program new keys?

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 966 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Toyota Yaris sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (5)

Diana
Member • 123 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2006 Toyota Yaris sedan.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 12 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2006 Toyota Yaris sedan.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 101 posts

If this works for my 2006 Toyota Yaris sedan, I owe you big time.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 39 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2006 Toyota Yaris sedan for a while.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 118 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2006 Toyota Yaris sedan this hard?!

February 17, 2025 Reply

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