[Success] Just swapped cluster on my Honda CR V 20i LS - need new PIN?

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Matrixfan
Member since March 2023 • 35 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Honda CR V 20i LS keys?

Posted on October 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on October 22, 2024

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Cyberninja
Member • 40 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Honda CR V 20i LS. Trying this now.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 51 posts

My Honda CR V 20i LS's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 107 posts

My Honda CR V 20i LS's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 20 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Honda CR V 20i LS.

October 25, 2024 Reply

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