key programming

[Black04si]

ok wasnt sure where to put this since i just kinda want to rant went to my local dealer was gonna but a key and keyfob since my car only came with one 150 for the pair was like holy crap but oh well then they told me they wanted to charge me 132 dollars to program them that is f'in ridiculous
why so much i will just live with one key to my ride for almost 300 dollars

end rant

brew honda in longview texas sux btw

[T_Virus]

go to a different honda dealership... it should be cheaper

[ShadowEP3]

what key fob were you looking at getting?

[ep3jd]

Fobs are like 20 bucks.

[ShadowEP3]

Fobs are like 20 bucks.

not at the dealer

Metro Honda/Acura wanted 89 for the RDX fob..just 1 part of it
the other IIRC was ~30


OP what are you trying to program exactly?..just the key to work with the locks?

[Black04si]

they wanted 49 for the key blank 97 for the keyless entry remote
and i have tried buying one online for 20 bucks already and i guess it was the wrong one because it doesn't work i just need a spare since i only have one for the car i lose a key im screwed

[CivicSier]

How do you reprogram one for a 03 EP3?
What is the FCC# for one or would I have to look in the car on the unit for the code?

[eccramer]

So, by reprogram, I'm going to assume you mean just the remote part. To do that, all you have to do is follow this guide:

To program the remotes:

Except where noted, time between steps should not exceed 4 seconds. You may push either the lock or unlock button. Use the same remote for steps 1-13.

Step 1: Turn ignition switch to ON (II)
Step 2: Push remote lock button
Step 3: Turn ignition switch off

Step 4: Turn ignition switch to ON (II)
Step 5: Push remote lock button
Step 6: Turn ignition switch off

Step 7: Turn ignition switch to ON (II)
Step 8: Push remote lock button
Step 9: Turn ignition switch off

Step 10: Turn ignition switch to ON (II)
Step 11: Push remote lock button
Step 12: Confirm that you hear the door locks move

Step 13: Within 8 seconds, press the 1st remote lock button
Step 14: Confirm that you hear the door locks move

Step 15: Within 8 seconds, press the 2nd remote lock button
Step 16: Confirm that you hear the door locks move

Step 17: Within 8 seconds, press the 3rd remote lock button
Step 18: Confirm that you hear the door locks move

Step 19: Turn ignition OFF, and remove key.
Step 20: Confirm that your keyless remotes now work.

Note: To program only one remote, skip steps 15-18. To program only two remotes, skip steps 17 and 18.

As for the FCCID, different models of remote have different FCCID numbers. To find the FCCID you just have to look at the label on the back of the remote fob. There is no FCCID on anything in the car that tells you what remote will work. To explain, I took a gamble that this remote would work with our cars, and just sorta bought it and hoped. There's no system or code to find out whether a given model of remote will work with our car other than just buy it and test it. I'd just heard a rumor that the Accord/CR-V/Ridgeline remote would work with our keyless entry and luckily I was right. Maybe everyone with a different FCCID than OUCG8D-380H-A or OUCG8D-344H-A could post up their code so that we could build up a list of replacement remotes that work?

Anyway, does that answer your question?

P.S. to get a key reprogrammed so that it will turn your car on you have to take it to the dealer, or a locksmith that programs chipkeys.

[CivicSier]

So, by reprogram, I'm going to assume you mean just the remote part. To do that, all you have to do is follow this guide:



As for the FCCID, different models of remote have different FCCID numbers. To find the FCCID you just have to look at the label on the back of the remote fob. There is no FCCID on anything in the car that tells you what remote will work. To explain, I took a gamble that this remote would work with our cars, and just sorta bought it and hoped. There's no system or code to find out whether a given model of remote will work with our car other than just buy it and test it. I'd just heard a rumor that the Accord/CR-V/Ridgeline remote would work with our keyless entry and luckily I was right. Maybe everyone with a different FCCID than OUCG8D-380H-A or OUCG8D-344H-A could post up their code so that we could build up a list of replacement remotes that work?

Anyway, does that answer your question?

P.S. to get a key reprogrammed so that it will turn your car on you have to take it to the dealer, or a locksmith that programs chipkeys.

Thanks Man!

[eccramer]

Cool, glad I could help.

[SmoothEPs]

At Cerritos Honda, they had my key cut and programmed for $30, with a free car wash.

[eccramer]

Renton Honda in Washington gave me a quote of free for cut and program if I brought a key in from the internets. Granted, no free carwash, but still, that's not a bad price.

[CivicSier]

Renton Honda in Washington gave me a quote of free for cut and program if I brought a key in from the internets. Granted, no free carwash, but still, that's not a bad price.

Not a bad deal.

[tht1guy]

Ok so I could just buy this ridgeline key and have it cut and programmed to my car? Is it really that easy

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[eccramer]

Ok so I could just buy this Ridgeline key and have it cut and programmed to my car? Is it really that easy

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No, the Ridgeline key CANNOT be programmed for our cars. The transponder inside is not compatible with our immobilizer hardware. You need to buy two keys: a normal key that is compatible with our car (or you could cut apart one of your current keys, but I wanted 2 spares, so that's out), and a Ridgeline combo remote key.

Here's a rough outline of what you need to do.

1. Have the Ridgeline key cut. Since you will be disposing of the chip, you do not need to have it programmed. At this point, the key will open your doors but will not start the engine.

1a. This is optional only if you are using your current key, but if you bought a new key to cut apart because you don't want to destroy your current key this step is required. Have your extra Civic key cut AND programmed. Having it cut is optional, but once you take the chip out, it will still open your doors. Put it in your wallet and you'll never get locked out of your car again!

2. Take your programmed Civic key, and cut apart the plastic on the top around the edge. Yes, you have to destroy the key handle to get at the chip, but if you're like me, you got the key on Ebay for 7 bucks. Then, remove the chip from the center of the key, and set it aside in a safe place.

3. Now, take apart the Ridgeline key. There is a little screw right above the keyblade on the back. A 00 phillips screwdriver will take that right out. There is a little compartment inside with a transponder chip in it. Remove the Ridgeline transponder, and glue or otherwise mount the Civic transponder in its place. Make sure to place it so that the antenna (the side where you can see copper colored wire inside) is pointing towards the keyblade.

4. Screw the Ridgeline key together, program the remote, and bingo, you have yourself an all-in-one remote and key combination. For bonus points, grab the back plate from the FD2 Type R key with the red H, and screw that on instead. Now it's convenient AND looks bad ass!


EDIT:

Ok the $22 CL find OUCG8D-344H-A key fob worked 100%. I wish the hatch button worked though...

I'm glad to hear it! The trunk button doesn't work on our cars though, because there is no actuator/motor/whatever hardware to open the hatch electronically. You might be able to find a different faceplate to replace it, open it up, and cut the plastic button off inside so that there would be nothing to press the button on the board and make the trunk button disappear. But anyway, I'm glad that your craigslist find payed off. Congrats!