[Resolved] Code problem on Acura ILX Tech Plus A - can’t drive it

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Jazzcat
Member since March 2023 • 18 posts

How can I obtain my Acura ILX Tech Plus A's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on December 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Acura ILX Tech Plus A. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 10, 2024

Replies (4)

Urbanlegend
Member • 125 posts

My Acura ILX Tech Plus A has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 10, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 78 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Acura ILX Tech Plus A.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 30 posts

My Acura ILX Tech Plus A might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 65 posts

My Acura ILX Tech Plus A won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

December 13, 2024 Reply

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