[Solution] Replacing immobilizer module on Honda C71 - need to reprogram?

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Vikingking
Member since April 2022 • 149 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Honda C71

Posted on April 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1226 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda C71. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Neonlights
Member • 148 posts

My Honda C71 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 16, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 41 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Honda C71.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 40 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Honda C71 before?

April 18, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 58 posts

Trying this on my Honda C71 later. Will report back.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 24 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Honda C71.

April 20, 2025 Reply

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