[Fixed] Where's the key code located on a 2008 Honda Accord LX for key programming?

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Moonwalker
Member since October 2021 • 26 posts

How can I obtain my 2008 Honda Accord LX's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 600 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Honda Accord LX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 31, 2024

Replies (5)

Supernova
Member • 8 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2008 Honda Accord LX's mystery code.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 109 posts

My 2008 Honda Accord LX's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 01, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 19 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2008 Honda Accord LX as well.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 43 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2008 Honda Accord LX?

November 03, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 103 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2008 Honda Accord LX for a while.

November 04, 2024 Reply

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