[Solution] 2017 Acura TLX key not recognized - what code should I enter?

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Hackman
Member since November 2022 • 128 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2017 Acura TLX?

Posted on March 03, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1820 posts

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

Posted on March 04, 2025

Replies (5)

Rustyshack
Member • 77 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2017 Acura TLX!

March 04, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 25 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2017 Acura TLX.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 14 posts

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

March 06, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 17 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2017 Acura TLX as well.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 27 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2017 Acura TLX key issues!

March 08, 2025 Reply

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