[Method] Any luck getting the Honda Ridgeline PIN code without original key?

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How to get the factory key code for my Honda Ridgeline to make keys?

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I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Honda Ridgeline.

Been here before with my Honda Ridgeline. Let’s see if this one works.

Following along—same issue with my Honda Ridgeline.

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

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Honda Ridgeline for a while.

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