[Fixed] Bought used 1993 Acura NSX - where's the key code?

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Superfly
Member since January 2023 • 142 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1993 Acura NSX to program a key?

Posted on May 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1483 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Acura NSX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Cosmokid
Member • 56 posts

My 1993 Acura NSX just blinks. I think this might fix it.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 57 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1993 Acura NSX?

May 17, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 98 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1993 Acura NSX.

May 18, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 99 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 1993 Acura NSX. Huge thanks!

May 19, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 22 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1993 Acura NSX. Trying this instead.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 93 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1993 Acura NSX.

May 21, 2025 Reply

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