[Method] Bought a used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL, no key code - help!

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Darthvader
Member since April 2022 • 49 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL

Posted on March 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1298 posts

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

Posted on March 27, 2025

Replies (5)

Bigfoot
Member • 27 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 33 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL's mystery code.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 123 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 134 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 89 posts

Will this work if the 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL has an aftermarket alarm?

March 31, 2025 Reply

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