Replacement key???
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One of the ignition keys to my 2008 Civic EX has fallen apart and I need to have two functional keys at all times. The dealership wants almost $200 to replace it!
There has to be another way to replace it, program it, and get it for LESS MONEY.
Any suggestions would be GREATLY APPRECIATED.
There has to be another way to replace it, program it, and get it for LESS MONEY.
Any suggestions would be GREATLY APPRECIATED.
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Re: Replacement key???
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Few can cut the keys, few can program the keys. The equipment to do so is rather expensive.
Some dealers charge more than others. The dealership I work for charges a bit less than the dealers within an hour drive.
Why on Earth do you need to keep TWO keys at all times?
Break the plastic head off the loose key, now put the blade in your wallet as a spare.
Walmart
Dealership
Few can cut the keys, few can program the keys. The equipment to do so is rather expensive.
Some dealers charge more than others. The dealership I work for charges a bit less than the dealers within an hour drive.
and I need to have two functional keys at all times
Break the plastic head off the loose key, now put the blade in your wallet as a spare.
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Suck it up and pay their outrageous price. BUT make sure they do it right. Mine was cut wrong and didnt work in the truck. They did correct it when I discovered it though.
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Haaa, I fixed it myself (for the time being)! I bought a replacement battery (#1616) and once I saw that the remote part was working I figured, what the heck, let's super glue this thing back together and see if it works.
and...IT WORKS!
I just don't know how long it will hold together. It's damned solid now but the twisting motion of turning the ignition will surely wear on it.
One good thing I can say about Honda ignitions is that they do turn easily/gently compared to others out there so this may prolong the life of my rescued key.
and...IT WORKS!
I just don't know how long it will hold together. It's damned solid now but the twisting motion of turning the ignition will surely wear on it.
One good thing I can say about Honda ignitions is that they do turn easily/gently compared to others out there so this may prolong the life of my rescued key.
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