[Free Tool] Dealer vs locksmith for 2017 Acura RDX key code

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Jokersmile
Member since June 2022 • 54 posts

Need my 2017 Acura RDX's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on November 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1478 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Acura RDX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Frostymug
Member • 129 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2017 Acura RDX, would this method still work?

November 16, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 129 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2017 Acura RDX for days.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 25 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2017 Acura RDX key code too.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 132 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2017 Acura RDXs?

November 19, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 6 posts

My 2017 Acura RDX just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 5 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2017 Acura RDX this weekend.

November 21, 2024 Reply

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