[Recommended Fix] Where mechanics look for key code on 1997 Honda Prelude

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Quantumpie
Member since December 2022 • 14 posts

Need my 1997 Honda Prelude's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1540 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Honda Prelude. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Greengiant
Member • 105 posts

I tried this with my 1997 Honda Prelude but still no luck. Any suggestions?

October 09, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 109 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1997 Honda Prelude. This might do it.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 11 posts

I’m not alone! My 1997 Honda Prelude is doing the same thing.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 52 posts

Been here before with my 1997 Honda Prelude. Let’s see if this one works.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 26 posts

My 1997 Honda Prelude just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

October 13, 2024 Reply

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