[Update] My 1991 Honda CRX Si R says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Timemachine
Member since July 2022 • 59 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1991 Honda CRX Si R to program a key?

Posted on May 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1991 Honda CRX Si R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 10, 2025

Replies (3)

Unclesam
Member • 54 posts

Using this on my 1991 Honda CRX Si R now. Hope it works.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 61 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1991 Honda CRX Si R, hope someone can help.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Betatest
Member • 44 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1991 Honda CRX Si R!

May 12, 2025 Reply

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