[Free Fix] Dealer says key code unavailable for Honda Insight

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Xrayvision
Member since September 2022 • 19 posts

Need my Honda Insight's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on September 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1063 posts

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

Posted on September 02, 2024

Replies (3)

Lasertag
Member • 34 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Honda Insight's key code.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 19 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Honda Insight, hope this helps.

September 03, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 39 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Honda Insight, would this method still work?

September 04, 2024 Reply

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