[Fixed] My Scion tC AT20 says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Youngturk
Member since September 2021 • 100 posts

Looking for my Scion tC AT20's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on April 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on April 10, 2025

Replies (3)

Voodoochild
Member • 90 posts

I’m not alone! My Scion tC AT20 is doing the same thing.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 70 posts

My Scion tC AT20's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 133 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Scion tC AT20!

April 12, 2025 Reply

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