[Free Solution] Dealer wants $200 for 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Base PIN - other options?

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Trying to program a new key for my 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Base - where's the key code?

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

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This trick worked for my buddy's 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Base. Giving it a go myself.

Trying this on my 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Base later. Will report back.

Really need the key code for my 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Base, thanks for sharing!

I have a 2011 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Base, will this method work for that year?

This might finally help me unlock my 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Base's key code.

Key code problems with my 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Base as well. Subscribed!

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