[Status: Resolved] Key cut but not programmed - Honda Lead EX stuck

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Whiterabbit
Member since October 2022 • 66 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Honda Lead EX for making new keys?

Posted on August 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1526 posts

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

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Pandaexpress
Member • 79 posts

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

August 27, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 42 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Honda Lead EXs?

August 28, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 103 posts

Really need the key code for my Honda Lead EX, thanks for sharing!

August 29, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 96 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Honda Lead EX?

August 30, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 98 posts

Following along—same issue with my Honda Lead EX.

August 31, 2024 Reply

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