[Update] Can’t find PIN in glovebox docs for my 1998 Honda Odyssey

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Eagleeye
Member since January 2023 • 135 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 1998 Honda Odyssey?

Posted on March 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1282 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Honda Odyssey. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 18, 2025

Replies (6)

Firestarter
Member • 109 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1998 Honda Odyssey.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 6 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1998 Honda Odyssey before?

March 19, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 8 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1998 Honda Odyssey too.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 113 posts

My 1998 Honda Odyssey has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 21, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 150 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 1998 Honda Odyssey, thanks for posting!

March 22, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 14 posts

Worked for someone with a 1998 Honda Odyssey? Need to hear it!

March 23, 2025 Reply

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