[Update] 2016 Honda Pilot Elite key reader not responding - code issue?

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Mistermiyagi
Member since July 2022 • 41 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2016 Honda Pilot Elite to make keys?

Posted on September 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 595 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Honda Pilot Elite. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Highvoltage
Member • 75 posts

Desperate to get my 2016 Honda Pilot Elite running again. Trying this tonight.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 118 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2016 Honda Pilot Elite.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 97 posts

This just might solve my 2016 Honda Pilot Elite's ignition issue.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 22 posts

Same problem on my 2016 Honda Pilot Elite. Watching for any working solutions.

September 08, 2024 Reply

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