[Closed] Honda CR V 20i S immobilizer not responding after new key

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Betatest
Member since February 2022 • 99 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Honda CR V 20i S to make keys?

Posted on March 23, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CR V 20i S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Replies (5)

Lightspeed
Member • 31 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Honda CR V 20i S. Trying this instead.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 80 posts

Been here before with my Honda CR V 20i S. Let’s see if this one works.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 46 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Honda CR V 20i S!

March 26, 2025 Reply
Javaking
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I need this so bad for my Honda CR V 20i S. Subscribed!

March 27, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
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Does anyone know if this works on push-start Honda CR V 20i Ss?

March 28, 2025 Reply

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