[Recommended Fix] Quickest way to get key code for 2005 Honda Element

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Timemachine
Member since May 2022 • 36 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2005 Honda Element keys?

Posted on February 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 625 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Honda Element. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 14, 2025

Replies (4)

Darkangel
Member • 143 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2005 Honda Element.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 99 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2005 Honda Element.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Grace
Member • 25 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2005 Honda Element.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 82 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2005 Honda Element as well.

February 17, 2025 Reply

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