[Confirmed] Key code problem with my Honda CRV EXL SUV, need help

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Need my Honda CRV EXL SUV's key code to program a new transponder key

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Just what I needed! My Honda CRV EXL SUV has been acting up lately.

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Honda CRV EXL SUV. Trying this instead.

My Honda CRV EXL SUV has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

Just tried this on my Honda CRV EXL SUV—anyone else have success?

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