[Update] 2016 Acura TLX refuses to crank - ignition system locked?

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Redalert
Member since August 2022 • 57 posts

How to get my 2016 Acura TLX's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on March 17, 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 TLX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 18, 2025

Replies (5)

Yellowjacket
Member • 73 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2016 Acura TLX as well.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 97 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2016 Acura TLX, thanks for posting!

March 19, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 53 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2016 Acura TLX too.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 19 posts

My 2016 Acura TLX is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 131 posts

I think my 2016 Acura TLX has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 22, 2025 Reply

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