[Status: Resolved] Key code missing from manual for 2018 Acura TLX

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Darkangel
Member since September 2022 • 144 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2018 Acura TLX

Posted on May 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on May 22, 2025

Replies (5)

Jumpman
Member • 59 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2018 Acura TLX, hope this helps.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 6 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2018 Acura TLX.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 101 posts

My 2018 Acura TLX won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 79 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2018 Acura TLX. This is a lifesaver.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 14 posts

I’m not alone! My 2018 Acura TLX is doing the same thing.

May 26, 2025 Reply

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