[Fixed] Do salvage yards keep key codes for 2016 Acura ILXs?

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Xenogamer
Member since July 2023 • 138 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2016 Acura ILX key fob?

Posted on April 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Acura ILX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 27, 2025

Replies (4)

Gamerpro
Member • 38 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2016 Acura ILX!

April 27, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 39 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2016 Acura ILX won’t recognize the key.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 47 posts

Anyone try this on a 2016 Acura ILX with push-button start?

April 29, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 19 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2016 Acura ILXs?

April 30, 2025 Reply

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