[Confirmed Fix] Trying to match new key to 2003 Honda S2000 ECU - stuck

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Charlie
Member since September 2021 • 40 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2003 Honda S2000 key fob?

Posted on November 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 758 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Honda S2000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowsub
Member • 132 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2003 Honda S2000.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 81 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2003 Honda S2000, would this method still work?

November 25, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 43 posts

This just might solve my 2003 Honda S2000's ignition issue.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 55 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2003 Honda S2000, thanks for posting!

November 27, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 123 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2003 Honda S2000 for a while.

November 28, 2024 Reply

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