[It Worked!] My 2006 Honda Civic LX flashes security light - what code is missing?

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Javaking
Member since March 2022 • 71 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2006 Honda Civic LX?

Posted on December 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1705 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Honda Civic LX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 30, 2024

Replies (6)

Invisible
Member • 44 posts

If this works for my 2006 Honda Civic LX, I owe you big time.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 80 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2006 Honda Civic LX.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 41 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2006 Honda Civic LX. This looks promising.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 57 posts

Does this method work for the 2006 Honda Civic LX models from 2010 onward?

January 02, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 80 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2006 Honda Civic LX, would this method still work?

January 03, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 61 posts

Saved me from towing my 2006 Honda Civic LX. Thanks!

January 04, 2025 Reply

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