[Status: Resolved] 2012 Acura TL 37 code lost - looking for safe way to retrieve it

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Lonewolf
Member since March 2022 • 51 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2012 Acura TL 37 to make keys?

Posted on March 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1084 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Acura TL 37. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Zerogravity
Member • 37 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2012 Acura TL 37. Giving it a go myself.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 55 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2012 Acura TL 37. Trying this instead.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 45 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2012 Acura TL 37. This might do it.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 40 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2012 Acura TL 37.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 107 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2012 Acura TL 37 all week. Hope this helps.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 29 posts

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

March 16, 2025 Reply

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