[Update] Honda Activa 4G ECU swap - need to pair new keys?

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Flyingdutch
Member since September 2021 • 145 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Honda Activa 4G to program a key?

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 584 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda Activa 4G. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Omegadog
Member • 129 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Honda Activa 4G?

September 14, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 138 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Honda Activa 4G before?

September 15, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 109 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Honda Activa 4G.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 32 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Honda Activa 4G.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 77 posts

My Honda Activa 4G's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

September 18, 2024 Reply

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