[Issue Closed] Key code needed for totaled 2018 Honda Ridgeline

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Highvoltage
Member since September 2021 • 40 posts

How can I access my 2018 Honda Ridgeline's key code to program new keys?

Posted on January 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1137 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Frank
Member • 38 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2018 Honda Ridgeline.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 37 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2018 Honda Ridgeline.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 34 posts

I have the same 2018 Honda Ridgeline and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 125 posts

Just tried this on my 2018 Honda Ridgeline—anyone else have success?

January 11, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 28 posts

Been here before with my 2018 Honda Ridgeline. Let’s see if this one works.

January 12, 2025 Reply

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