[Solution] Need my Honda CRV Hybrid EX SUV's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

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Flyingdutch
Member since October 2022 • 66 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Honda CRV Hybrid EX SUV

Posted on August 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1930 posts

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

Posted on August 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Cosmokid
Member • 16 posts

My Honda CRV Hybrid EX SUV just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 71 posts

My Honda CRV Hybrid EX SUV is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 7 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Honda CRV Hybrid EX SUV—need the code first.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 123 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Honda CRV Hybrid EX SUV. Giving it a go myself.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 96 posts

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

August 22, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 147 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Honda CRV Hybrid EX SUV's mystery code.

August 23, 2024 Reply

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