[Confirmed] Anyone with success using OBD tools to get 2011 Acura RDX Technology Package code?

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Frostbite
Member since April 2022 • 114 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2011 Acura RDX Technology Package for programming keys?

Posted on August 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1400 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Acura RDX Technology Package. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 24, 2024

Replies (4)

Unicorn
Member • 68 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2011 Acura RDX Technology Package?

August 24, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 71 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2011 Acura RDX Technology Package.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 17 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2011 Acura RDX Technology Package.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 129 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2011 Acura RDX Technology Package's key code issue!

August 27, 2024 Reply

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