[Archived] Locked out of my Honda Life - don’t have the key code

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Redbull
Member since January 2022 • 138 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Honda Life?

Posted on October 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1238 posts

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

Posted on October 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Xfactor
Member • 52 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Honda Life.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 95 posts

Following this for my Honda Life. Please update if it works!

October 26, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 112 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Honda Life's mystery code.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 108 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Honda Life. This is a lifesaver.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 98 posts

My Honda Life just blinks. I think this might fix it.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 111 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Honda Life—might work for mine too.

October 30, 2024 Reply

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