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Honda key replacement and programming

Mobile key cutting and programming for Honda vehicles at your location. Honda vehicles moved through mechanical keys with a separate remote, then to remote-head keys, then to an optional Smart Key on higher trims and newer model years. Similar-looking remote-head keys across model years are not guaranteed to be interchangeable. We confirm the exact key system from your VIN before dispatch.

Technology reference

Honda key and immobilizer systems

Each section covers one Honda key system: what the key looks like, and what programming or All Keys Lost service involves. Years are approximate and vary by model, trim and build date. We confirm the exact system from your VIN.

Mechanical keys and separate remotes

A metal key turns the ignition by hand with no electronic check. A separate remote on the ring may lock and unlock the doors but does not start the Honda.

What you see
A plain metal key with no buttons. Any remote is a separate piece.
Programming
No chip to program. The blade is cut to code or decoded from a lock; a separate remote is programmed on its own.
All keys lost
A new key can be cut from the key code or by decoding a lock at the vehicle.

Transponder immobilizer keys

Honda added an engine immobilizer that reads a chip in the key head. The blade can be cut correctly and still not start the engine until the chip is registered.

What you see
A metal key with a black plastic head, often with a separate remote on earlier cars.
Programming
The chip is registered with diagnostic equipment through the OBD port.
All keys lost
Possible at the vehicle on most models with the right equipment.

Remote-head keys

The immobilizer chip, blade and remote buttons are combined into one key head. Similar-looking remote-head keys across model years are not guaranteed to be interchangeable.

What you see
One piece with lock, unlock, trunk and panic buttons; some later versions fold.
Programming
Chip and remote are programmed; we match the key by VIN, not appearance.
All keys lost
Possible at the vehicle on most models.

Smart Entry and push-button start

The fob stays in your pocket; the doors unlock by touch and the engine starts with a button. It arrived on higher trims first.

What you see
A button fob with a hidden emergency blade.
Programming
The fob is registered to the vehicle with diagnostic equipment; the emergency blade is cut separately.
All keys lost
Possible on many models, though it can take longer than a turn-key system.
Model key guides

Honda model key guides

Each model page lists that model’s key systems by year and links back to the matching section above.

Important compatibility notice — final key compatibility must be confirmed

The key images, vehicle models, and year ranges shown on this page are provided as a general identification guide and may not apply to every vehicle. The manufacturer may use different key systems within the same model year depending on trim level, production date, manufacturing location, ignition type, and factory equipment. Final compatibility must be confirmed using the vehicle’s VIN, ignition type, existing key or fob, and vehicle information before service. The images are representative examples and do not guarantee an exact visual match.

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What to send us for a Honda key quote

VIN

The 17-character vehicle identification number, from the registration, title, or dashboard.

Ignition type

Turn-key ignition or push-button start.

Photo of the key or ignition

A photo of any spare key, or of the ignition or push-button start switch.

Your location

Address or cross streets, plus parking level and space number if applicable.

A current registration or title and matching government-issued photo identification must be verified before automotive key, lock, or immobilizer service is performed.

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