[Fixed] Replacing remote for 2006 Honda Accord EX - need access code?

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Bob
Member since January 2022 • 102 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2006 Honda Accord EX?

Posted on September 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Honda Accord EX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 10, 2024

Replies (6)

Silversurf
Member • 84 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2006 Honda Accord EX for days.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 72 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2006 Honda Accord EX, would this method still work?

September 11, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 11 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2006 Honda Accord EX, would this method still work?

September 12, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 38 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2006 Honda Accord EX. Trying this now.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 5 posts

Saved me from towing my 2006 Honda Accord EX. Thanks!

September 14, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 145 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2006 Honda Accord EX.

September 15, 2024 Reply

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