[Fixed] Got blank key from junkyard - won’t program to 1996 Acura SLX

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Vortex22
Member since October 2022 • 71 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1996 Acura SLX?

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 704 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Acura SLX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (3)

Haloeffect
Member • 59 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 1996 Acura SLX. Huge thanks!

May 19, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 78 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1996 Acura SLX.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 114 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1996 Acura SLX.

May 21, 2025 Reply

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