[Resolved] Is the ignition lock coded separately in 2012 Acura MDX 37L?

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Heidi
Member since December 2022 • 149 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2012 Acura MDX 37L keys?

Posted on October 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Acura MDX 37L. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Techlord
Member • 64 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2012 Acura MDX 37L for a while.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 140 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2012 Acura MDX 37L.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 104 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2012 Acura MDX 37L.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 97 posts

My 2012 Acura MDX 37L's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 21, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 72 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2012 Acura MDX 37L won’t recognize the key.

October 22, 2024 Reply

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