[Update] Need key code for 1992 Honda Civic with transponder key

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Reddwarf
Member since June 2022 • 67 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 1992 Honda Civic to make keys?

Posted on May 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 971 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Honda Civic. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 27, 2025

Replies (5)

Quantumflux
Member • 47 posts

Does this method work for the 1992 Honda Civic models from 2010 onward?

May 27, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 9 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1992 Honda Civic all week. Hope this helps.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 14 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1992 Honda Civic?

May 29, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 31 posts

If this works for my 1992 Honda Civic, I owe you big time.

May 30, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 54 posts

I’m not alone! My 1992 Honda Civic is doing the same thing.

May 31, 2025 Reply

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