[Confirmed] Help needed - Honda Ridgeline FWD not recognizing replacement key

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Charlie
Member since April 2023 • 52 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Honda Ridgeline FWD for key programming?

Posted on September 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1279 posts

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

Posted on September 26, 2024

Replies (5)

Ziggystar
Member • 28 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Honda Ridgeline FWD key issue.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 75 posts

Anyone try this on a Honda Ridgeline FWD with push-button start?

September 27, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 128 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Honda Ridgeline FWD this weekend.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 98 posts

This just might solve my Honda Ridgeline FWD's ignition issue.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 61 posts

Anyone try this on a Honda Ridgeline FWD with push-button start?

September 30, 2024 Reply

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