[Free Tool] Do I need a dealer for 2016 Honda Pilot EXL immobilizer reset?

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Yellowsub
Member since November 2022 • 62 posts

Need my 2016 Honda Pilot EXL's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Honda Pilot EXL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 16, 2025

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Supernova
Member • 118 posts

Been here before with my 2016 Honda Pilot EXL. Let’s see if this one works.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 16 posts

Will this work for older 2016 Honda Pilot EXLs? Mine's a 2009.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 72 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2016 Honda Pilot EXL.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
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I need this so bad for my 2016 Honda Pilot EXL. Subscribed!

February 19, 2025 Reply

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