[Verified] Trying to program a new key for 1998 Honda Accord EX V6 - code required?

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Highvoltage
Member since January 2022 • 99 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 1998 Honda Accord EX V6 keys at the dealer?

Posted on April 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Honda Accord EX V6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Charlie
Member • 13 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1998 Honda Accord EX V6.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 106 posts

My 1998 Honda Accord EX V6 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 138 posts

Following this for my 1998 Honda Accord EX V6. Please update if it works!

April 09, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 56 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1998 Honda Accord EX V6?

April 10, 2025 Reply

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