[Solution] My Daihatsu Charade E says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Icedragon
Member since February 2022 • 130 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Daihatsu Charade E key fob?

Posted on October 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1302 posts

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

Posted on October 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Quantumq
Member • 52 posts

Trying this on my Daihatsu Charade E later. Will report back.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 149 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Daihatsu Charade E key issues!

October 17, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 60 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Daihatsu Charade E.

October 18, 2024 Reply

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