[Success] Help with programming a key for my 1993 Acura Legend

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Karmaking
Member since May 2022 • 12 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 1993 Acura Legend for programming keys?

Posted on August 12, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Acura Legend. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 13, 2024

Replies (5)

Digitalx
Member • 32 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1993 Acura Legend.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 93 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1993 Acura Legend?

August 14, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 10 posts

Saved me from towing my 1993 Acura Legend. Thanks!

August 15, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 50 posts

I tried this with my 1993 Acura Legend but still no luck. Any suggestions?

August 16, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 142 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1993 Acura Legend. This is a lifesaver.

August 17, 2024 Reply

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