[Update] Need key code for 2003 Honda Civic EX with transponder key

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Whiterabbit
Member since July 2023 • 22 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2003 Honda Civic EX

Posted on March 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Honda Civic EX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 29, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphawolf
Member • 121 posts

My 2003 Honda Civic EX won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 68 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2003 Honda Civic EX?

March 30, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 109 posts

My 2003 Honda Civic EX is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 18 posts

Just tried this on my 2003 Honda Civic EX—anyone else have success?

April 01, 2025 Reply

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