[Method] My Lancia Y says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Flashgordon
Member since February 2022 • 78 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Lancia Y - where's the key code?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 554 posts

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

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Zombieslayer
Member • 115 posts

Really need the key code for my Lancia Y, thanks for sharing!

August 08, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 139 posts

My Lancia Y is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 29 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Lancia Y for a while.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 140 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Lancia Y?

August 11, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 71 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Lancia Y—need the code first.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 44 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Lancia Y. Huge thanks!

August 13, 2024 Reply

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