[Method] Key won’t work on my Acura MDX II - is it the PIN code?

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Metalhead
Member since November 2021 • 89 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Acura MDX II?

Posted on August 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1109 posts

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

Posted on August 29, 2024

Replies (4)

Ultraman
Member • 83 posts

Worked for someone with a Acura MDX II? Need to hear it!

August 29, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 139 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Acura MDX II?

August 30, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 31 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Acura MDX II—might work for mine too.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 82 posts

My Acura MDX II won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

September 01, 2024 Reply

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