[Issue Closed] Key code needed for push button Acura TLX 4WD

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Timelord
Member since June 2022 • 71 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Acura TLX 4WD?

Posted on September 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Acura TLX 4WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Cyberghost
Member • 70 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Acura TLX 4WD too!

September 11, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 32 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Acura TLX 4WD.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 41 posts

Was about to give up on my Acura TLX 4WD, but this gives me hope.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 67 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Acura TLX 4WD.

September 14, 2024 Reply

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