I know some of us have purchased the 09 TSX and i was curious if anyone is using it now?

still havent received mine....

still havent received mine....

+1 me too

It works. used it to drive home from the dealer. :thmsup:

did you have any problems getting it cut at the dealers? how much did they charge you?

And the dealer reprogrammed all of the functions and they work no sweat?

Has anyone addressed the problem here of the key having an ACURA logo???

Honestly...I don't see the point of having a key that has the Acura emblem when you drive a Honda.

Has anyone addressed the problem here of the key having an ACURA logo???

Honestly...I don't see the point of having a key that has the Acura emblem when you drive a Honda.

Honestly I doubt most people care....

did you have any problems getting it cut at the dealers? how much did they charge you?

20 bucks to cut and program

And the dealer reprogrammed all of the functions and they work no sweat?

Yep they told me it would not work since my TL key did not. I asked them to try and it worked. They were almost as happy as I was.

They just treated it like a Honda key.

first they programed the buttons, then cut the key, inserted it and programmed the immobiler. Then it started up.

Has anyone addressed the problem here of the key having an ACURA logo???

Honestly...I don't see the point of having a key that has the Acura emblem when you drive a Honda.


I just wanted a shorter key, so I did not care. If you do, find a small honda logo, grind the "A" with a dremel and glue the honda badge on.

did you get the memory 1 or 2?

did you get the memory 1 or 2?
Doesn't matter which one. That function doesn't apply to our cars.

I had the TL switchblade key mod done to my 7th gen so here's some tips to get yours sucessfully cut and programmed below...

-Disable the memory seat function beforehand
-Take all your OEM keys with you plus that little barcode tag
-Don't let the Honda service department tell you it won't work (just tell them to be careful cutting)
-Haggle the labor price down
-Keep the Acura key(s) in the original packaging with the red Honda parts label on it (shows them it's a HONDA part)

Good luck to all. :thmsup:

Oh btw, the "A" logo simply lifts up with a small screwdriver from a eyeglass repair kit.

Oh btw, the "A" logo simply lifts up with a small screwdriver from a eyeglass repair kit.
Ok, now we're talking.

Oh btw, the "A" logo simply lifts up with a small screwdriver from a eyeglass repair kit.

You put a Honda emblem or left it blank?

You put a Honda emblem or left it blank?

I does leave the depression where the Acura symbol was in the shape of the Acura symbol.

You put a Honda emblem or left it blank?

I bought two cheap key shell off eBay and used their "H" logos to replace the "A" logos on my TL keys.

How much did you guys buy the TSX keys for?

How much did you guys buy the TSX keys for?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=020&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=300222337507&rd=1

ONEWHEELUP - aye...thank you...I was expecting a lot more.

will it fit on 07s?

First off, why are these keys so great, and next (like the guy above asked) will they work on 7th gen?

First off, why are these keys so great, and next (like the guy above asked) will they work on 7th gen?
The key portion that goes into the ignition flips out like a switchblade or assisted opening knife would. Another added advantage is that when it's in your pocket, the key won't poke you.

And as far as it working in a 7th gen, refer to the last few posts on the previous page where the dude talks about using a TL key with his 7th gen.

The key portion that goes into the ignition flips out like a switchblade or assisted opening knife would. Another added advantage is that when it's in your pocket, the key won't poke you.

And as far as it working in a 7th gen, refer to the last few posts on the previous page where the dude talks about using a TL key with his 7th gen.

Thanks for the info. I did see the TL post earlier, but I guess it's the same as the TSX key which I didn't realize.

Thanks for the info. I did see the TL post earlier, but I guess it's the same as the TSX key which I didn't realize.

Both keys look the same but run on different freq. And i would assume have different immobiler chips.

First off, why are these keys so great, and next (like the guy above asked) will they work on 7th gen?

I like the key due to it being an inch or so shorter.

3rd gen TL switchblade key for 7th gens (click here for the thread (http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=9353)).
2nd gen TSX switchblade key for 8th gens (this thread->mitchleary confirmed it).

The conversation is done the same way for both keys.

I like the key due to it being an inch or so shorter.

switchblade keys are shorter?????? :dunno:

switchblade keys are shorter?????? :dunno:


I think he means that its shorter when retracted.....than the oem key..

Ahhh, BTW, everybody talks about using 09 TSX keys for their coupes. Don't they work in sedans, or has anyone tried?

I believe someone did try and the freqency was different....

I believe someone did try and the freqency was different....

That sucks, good thing that was pointed out, i probably would have ended up buying one.

If I remember correctly (still not sure, someone should check via SEARCH), that 8th gen sedan guy used a TL key. If the TSX key works on the 8th gen coupe then it will also work on the 8th gen sedan.

If I remember correctly (still not sure, someone should check via SEARCH), that 8th gen sedan guy used a TL key. If the TSX key works on the 8th gen coupe then it will also work on the 8th gen sedan.

I remember reading that the TL key doesnt work and that the coupe and sedan use a different frequency for the immobilizer. Sedan folks seem to be out of luck for the time being....

ok so long story short....and someone correct me if I am wrong

08 sedan owners - ebay key only and switch out the immobilizer chip..

08 coupe owners - buy 09 tsx key and get it cut and programmed at dealer

is that about right?

ok so long story short....and someone correct me if I am wrong

08 sedan owners - ebay key only and switch out the immobilizer chip..

08 coupe owners - buy 09 tsx key and get it cut and programmed at dealer

is that about right?

You got it.... but Id stay away from the ebay shells due to the high number of problems found by members here.

yeah, so basically my parents with the sedan will be jealous that i have a switchblade key, haha

question: what is the part # of the 09 tsx key that works for sure....there is another thread that has 2 part #'s....my guess is one is mem 1 and the other mem 2? not sure but i want to hurry up and order the key!

Damn! u guys already answered my question! No switchblade for me (08 sedan owner)

question: what is the part # of the 09 tsx key that works for sure....there is another thread that has 2 part #'s....my guess is one is mem 1 and the other mem 2? not sure but i want to hurry up and order the key!

Some others pointed out that the mem feature is not used is not used on the Accord so wither will work. Might as well go with the mem2 ass its about $9 cheaper. I just ordered mine.

yeah, so basically my parents with the sedan will be jealous that i have a switchblade key, haha

question: what is the part # of the 09 tsx key that works for sure....there is another thread that has 2 part #'s....my guess is one is mem 1 and the other mem 2? not sure but i want to hurry up and order the key!
No difference between Mem1 or Mem2 with the Accord, as the Accord does not have a memory seat function.

ok awesome, thats what i thought and i got too antsy waiting for a reply and ordered the key, haha

now i just hope to get my dealer to cut and program for cheap, do i have to bring in all 4 keys? the switchblade, my old 2 regular keys, and the valet key?

I called a couple different dealers in the area to ask for the hell of it...they asked me to bring all the old keys...said the cutting would cost $10, and the programming would cost $95.

I called a couple different dealers in the area to ask for the hell of it...they asked me to bring all the old keys...said the cutting would cost $10, and the programming would cost $95.

OMG! $95 for programming? and why do they need ALL the old keys? verification purpose?

OMG! $95 for programming? and why do they need ALL the old keys? verification purpose?


My dealer I think only used an accord key and the tsx key.
They need atleast one accord key to program first.

I would bring them all just in case.

I called a couple different dealers in the area to ask for the hell of it...they asked me to bring all the old keys...said the cutting would cost $10, and the programming would cost $95.

$95!!! Other's have posted prices here of $10 and $20!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=020&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=300222337507&rd=1

looks like that sale has ended. He posted another one but its more expensive

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2009-Acura-TSX-Switchblade-Key-Remote-Mem-1-NEW_W0QQitemZ310048729095QQcmdZViewItem?_trksid=p3 286.m20.l1116

looks like that sale has ended. He posted another one but its more expensive

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2009-Acura-TSX-Switchblade-Key-Remote-Mem-1-NEW_W0QQitemZ310048729095QQcmdZViewItem?_trksid=p3 286.m20.l1116

the difference is one is the mem for driver one and one is the mem for driver 2. Driver 2 keys would not be in as big of a demand hence the lower price. It does matter to an accord driver as we do not have memory seats. Nine bucks is not much if you want one as the TL keys doubled in price when they got popular. I am assuming the price of these will go up as well as more accord coupe owners find out they can use them.

the difference is one is the mem for driver one and one is the mem for driver 2. Driver 2 keys would not be in as big of a demand hence the lower price. It does matter to an accord driver as we do not have memory seats. Nine bucks is not much if you want one as the TL keys doubled in price when they got popular. I am assuming the price of these will go up as well as more accord coupe owners find out they can use them.

right, but as long as you turn the function off on the key when you get them programmed, it doesnt matter which option you buy right?

How many keys can be programmed for the car? The two original, valet, and the additional TSX key? or only one original key, valet, and the TSX key? and after programming the new TSX key (remote function, lock/unlock/trunk) is there any additional programming for the immobilizer?

How many keys can be programmed for the car? The two original, valet, and the additional TSX key? or only one original key, valet, and the TSX key? and after programming the new TSX key (remote function, lock/unlock/trunk) is there any additional programming for the immobilizer?
dealer can program the key. as far as I know you can have as many keys as you want !!:nuts:

just order my key and got this email to confirm the $4 shipping !!

"Hello. Driveaccord.net members receive $4.00 shipping in the 48 states on TSX flip keys during the month of May! Thanks for the order"
:banana::banana::banana:

I'm sure most of you here order the key.
I just want to confirm the part number 35111-TL0-A00 before I order it.
Is that correct? I drive a 08 Accord I4 LX-S.

cool thread, others who attempt this in the foot steps of mitchleary should post their experiences, prices paid and possibly tips if their are any..

thanks a lot for all the info so far!

I read somewhere that programming can be done yourself with no special machinery. I heard it was a series of step u perform with the key in the ignition. So I searched it and came up with this. Its a programing guide for a civic.

http://www.handaaccessories.com/civic/civickeylessentry.pdf

I ain't paying $95 if this is all you have to do...

I read somewhere that programming can be done yourself with no special machinery. I heard it was a series of step u perform with the key in the ignition. So I searched it and came up with this. Its a programing guide for a civic.

http://www.handaaccessories.com/civic/civickeylessentry.pdf

I ain't paying $95 if this is all you have to do...

Well you can program the remote to open your doors and stuff, but it won't crank your engine until the chip in your new key is programmed to your car's ECU.

I read somewhere that programming can be done yourself with no special machinery. I heard it was a series of step u perform with the key in the ignition. So I searched it and came up with this. Its a programing guide for a civic.

http://www.handaaccessories.com/civic/civickeylessentry.pdf

I ain't paying $95 if this is all you have to do...

You can go ahead and let me know how it goes. :yes:

It will be much faster, cheaper to look for another dealer that'd do it for $20.
I called 2 dealers nearby and they all quoted $25~30

Is it possible to get the key with just 1 memory....or do you have to get the one with 2?

Is it possible to get the key with just 1 memory....or do you have to get the one with 2?

mem 1 and mem 2 are not the number of memories, it for driver position and driver position 2 when you actually have an acura. that way two drivers can have things set up the way they want.

Either key will work for the coupe.

Oh...I see.

Do you have the item # for the key with only one memory button. I want to order it from that oemacura parts website with the free shipping.

Oh...I see.

Do you have the item # for the key with only one memory button. I want to order it from that oemacura parts website with the free shipping.

Please read this entire thread. All answers are found within.....and welcome.

alright you guys just won me over. i just ordered one :P

Just got mines cut for free but they wanted to charge me $96 to get the immobilizer programmed. I decided to see if there are any programing instructions online. Any ideas?

Just got mines cut for free but they wanted to charge me $96 to get the immobilizer programmed. I decided to see if there are any programing instructions online. Any ideas?

Did you go to a dealer where u purchased the car from?

Just got mines cut for free but they wanted to charge me $96 to get the immobilizer programmed. I decided to see if there are any programing instructions online. Any ideas?

I'd call around to several different honda or acura dealers. How much did you get your key for?

I'd call around to several different honda or acura dealers. How much did you get your key for?

online, $32 I think

can everyone that got their key cut AND programmed for cheap please post up what dealership they went to. If we can prove that others did it for cheap, those of us that have dealers that wont budge might be able to work them down.

Just called 2 dealers in MD. One was asking for $95 to program and the other was asking $109.

I have a friend who works at another dealer, I'm going to see if they can get me some sort of hook up.

yeah i called all the dealers in houston, 90 all the way up to 120

the one dealer we bought 3 cars from in a 2 week period wouldnt even budget a cent....which kinda makes me angry....i really dont want to spend 90 to cut and program...but i already bought the key...so its either $30 of wasted money, or $130 for something cool

Ok i just saw this. I bought a TL key and that did not work on my sedan. Now the new TSX key will not work on the the sedan. Are we 100% sure? I dont want to buy one again just for it not to work. I hope the new TL key will work for the sedan. I really want this switchblade key.

yeah i called all the dealers in houston, 90 all the way up to 120

the one dealer we bought 3 cars from in a 2 week period wouldnt even budget a cent....which kinda makes me angry....i really dont want to spend 90 to cut and program...but i already bought the key...so its either $30 of wasted money, or $130 for something cool

You think about how much time you spending calling and running around when you could enjoy the key. Someimes you have to say screw it, it is easier to have it done than waste a load of time trying to save 10 bucks.

If your still have the car three years or so from now, you will not even remember the extra you paid.

I would be pissed at that dealer also for at least not cutting you a bit of a break.

Ok i just saw this. I bought a TL key and that did not work on my sedan. Now the new TSX key will not work on the the sedan. Are we 100% sure? I dont want to buy one again just for it not to work. I hope the new TL key will work for the sedan. I really want this switchblade key.

Sorry, how can the RL or another key like that not work? There has to be an acura switchblade key for the sedan.

Just got mines cut for free but they wanted to charge me $96 to get the immobilizer programmed. I decided to see if there are any programing instructions online. Any ideas?

That is the hard part cutting and preogramming the I chip. You have to have the computer the dealer uses to connect to the car and program the i chip.

You think about how much time you spending calling and running around when you could enjoy the key. Someimes you have to say screw it, it is easier to have it done than waste a load of time trying to save 10 bucks.

If your still have the car three years or so from now, you will not even remember the extra you paid.

I would be pissed at that dealer also for at least not cutting you a bit of a break.

we are not trying to save 10 bucks, its more like $80+

we are not trying to save 10 bucks, its more like $80+

I see the quotes as $90-$109, a difference of ten bucks from Demonik anyway. How much is 5+ hours of your time worth, gas driving around? Get three of four quotes and go with one.

Or you could just tell the dealer to do it for X or they get no business at all, it should take them about 20 min max.

I see the quotes as $90-$109, a difference of ten bucks from Demonik anyway. How much is 5+ hours of your time worth, gas driving around? Get three of four quotes and go with one.

Or you could just tell the dealer to do it for X or they get no business at all, it should take them about 20 min max.

I think the point he was trying to make was that we are trying to find someone to cut and program it for around $20, like you did.

I think the point he was trying to make was that we are trying to find someone to cut and program it for around $20, like you did.

:thmsup: thank you lol

some folks have been able to get the Immobilizer/key programmed and cut for 20$ (well you in particular). It makes those who pay 3x to 4x as much feel like schmucks and getting taken for something that really is a simple procedure which if you bought your car from that dealer and they charge you the 90-115 or whatever, they are basically proclaiming themselves worthy of the title 'stealership' imho

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I see dcfella beat me to the punch lol

They are charging $90 in my area too. It's not worth the 4 hour drive round trip to get a key...looks like I will be keeping the ol' honda key...for now.

They also said that they have to reprogram ALL my keys, which would suck because my remote start key module is buried.

called one more dealer...they want $150 to cut and program....I think I am just going to have to pony up the $90...i might go make a sob story (about being in college and "broke" haha) and see if i can get it for $70...plus the key ill be at $100 bucks....twice as much as I would like, but over the 4 years of the car lease, thats only 25 a year...I guess I can live with that, rather not though.

and to mitchleary: if you read my post carefully you would have noticed I did not spend 5 hours and gas driving around, I called all the dealers in town. I would hope nobody actually drives around as that would be such a waste of gas.

post some pics dude....

Sorry, how can the RL or another key like that not work? There has to be an acura switchblade key for the sedan.

The key will work but not the remote funtions. I want a switchblade key. So has no one checked out the new TSX key on a sedan?

Just got two quotes...$40.00 cut and programmed from Wilkes Barre, PA Motorworld Honda (where I bought the car), and $50.00 cut and programmed from Clinton Honda in Clinton, NJ (not far from where I live now). The Sussex, NJ Honda near me wanted $105.00 for cut and program. Why is there such a varience in the pricing?...seems a little un-Honda.

The key will work but not the remote funtions. I want a switchblade key. So has no one checked out the new TSX key on a sedan?

It has been look into...the remote had the wrong frequency.

So whats the major cosmetic difference between the Memory 1 and Memory 2 key? 1 extra button and 10 dollar price difference?

So whats the major cosmetic difference between the Memory 1 and Memory 2 key? 1 extra button and 10 dollar price difference?


There is no cosmetic difference. Just a different function inside.

Just got two quotes...$40.00 cut and programmed from Wilkes Barre, PA Motorworld Honda (where I bought the car), and $50.00 cut and programmed from Clinton Honda in Clinton, NJ (not far from where I live now). The Sussex, NJ Honda near me wanted $105.00 for cut and program. Why is there such a varience in the pricing?...seems a little un-Honda.

Thank you! Concrete quotes and locations are a huge plus for this thread. The variance I can't explain, it's probably one of those open ended services Honda Corp left to the discretion of the particular dealer/stealer so they can either try to reap profits if they want to on such a simple basic service or be courteous and charge a somewhat appropriate amt to please honda consumers....

it'd be nice if corporate stepped in and said, ok guys ,, cut and program 40$ ...program 30$ .... cut 10$ (even though they do cutting for free around here, I don't mind paying if stuff was set reasonably)

It's not like these keys are being ordered from Germany for an AMG model that is one off.

Sorry I am just jealous of all you guys in the south having better weather than I do here in IL. I do not mean to sound insensitive. And with the five hours I have friends who spend hours trying to save a few bucks. Again, i am sorry.

I thought Honda did set a price for their keys, cutting etc and I thought that is what the price was. Is that the price they charge to cut a honda key, 90 bucks? If that does not include the key, that is BS. What is their labor rate? Even if you paid for half an hour of labor, it would not be 100 bucks.

Heck go in and tell dealers you know someone who got it done for 20 bucks and why in the heck are they so expensive as you are providing the key. I know my dealer still cuts keys the old way and does not have a new laser cutter, that could be why as well.

Maybe they quoted me that cuz they thought it was not going to work.
I might have gotten that rate as my wife and I got both our cars there in the last year. I would have thrown a fit had they quoted me 100 bucks after buying two new cars in a year.

The bad thing with complaining to Honda is they could say to you Honda dealers should not be cutting acura keys anyway.

Either way I apologize for my posts I did not mean anything by them.

Mine was done at brad barker honda, bloomington, IL

I think the point he was trying to make was that we are trying to find someone to cut and program it for around $20, like you did.

Thanks for clearing that up.

I know I heard what people paid for TL keys and thought I was going to pay 50 bucks or so.

There are guys in the TL thread that got theirs done for free, they may be another good resource.

FYI, if anyone wants to try that VW style key shell, PM me your address and I will send you mine, it is uncut. First one takes it.

They are charging $90 in my area too. It's not worth the 4 hour drive round trip to get a key...looks like I will be keeping the ol' honda key...for now.

They also said that they have to reprogram ALL my keys, which would suck because my remote start key module is buried.

Is your remote start not a valet like key?

To do the immobiler chip they only needed one additonal key from me plus the tsx key.

dealer can program the key. as far as I know you can have as many keys as you want !!:nuts:

just order my key and got this email to confirm the $4 shipping !!

"Hello. Driveaccord.net members receive $4.00 shipping in the 48 states on TSX flip keys during the month of May! Thanks for the order"
:banana::banana::banana:


where did you order it from ?!?

where did you order it from ?!?

oemacuraparts.com

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Mine was done at brad barker honda, bloomington, IL

score, two aunts of mine live in B-town and a few other relatives over in Normal IL

thanks for this info, time to order a blank, give them a call and schedule a visit w/ the family.:thmsup:

score, two aunts of mine live in B-town and a few other relatives over in Normal IL

thanks for this info, time to order a blank, give them a call and schedule a visit w/ the family.:thmsup:

Good deal, call in advance. as an fyi, they will not do it on Sat so it will mon-friday. They wanted me to be there before 4pm when I mine done. Since they have done one already there will be no growing pains.

Good luck.

just called my honda dealer, told him I wanted to do this and he said "i dont think I can do an acura key without a machine" ....... is he an idiot or ?

should i call the acura dealership?

called a different honda dealer (herb chambers of westborough mass)... he said aroudn $100 for it to be cut and programmed

looks like that sale has ended. He posted another one but its more expensive

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2009-Acura-TSX-Switchblade-Key-Remote-Mem-1-NEW_W0QQitemZ310048729095QQcmdZViewItem?_trksid=p3 286.m20.l1116

three more of the mem-2 type .... 31.34$ shipping included .... keys left in this auction...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=021&category=40016&sspagename=STORE%3APROMOBOX%3ANEWLIST&viewitem=&item=310050159465#LIST

just called my honda dealer, told him I wanted to do this and he said "i dont think I can do an acura key without a machine" ....... is he an idiot or ?

should i call the acura dealership?

he can use the machine they use to program honda keys. it will program just like a honda key.

I called my dealer and they told me $30 for a cut and program. Not to bad IMO.

woot another $30 =]
for those who had it cut and programmed for cheap, please upload the invoice so we can all get the good price.

woot another $30 =]
for those who had it cut and programmed for cheap, please upload the invoice so we can all get the good price.

i like that idea, that way ,we can have concrete proof in hand when going to the dealership when we get quotes of 100$ and up

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i like that idea, that way ,we can have concrete proof in hand when going to the dealership when we get quotes of 100$ and up

ill add to that request also, that would be awesome, and whoever can do it please make sure to upload the entire page please, that way the dealership and contact #s on the letterhead are visible

+1 ^^

Very good idea on the invoice scan! Maybe mitch still has his or one of these 30$ quote folks will get one cut/programmed here soon...

Ok good news and bad news:

The bad news is that I got my 2009 Acura TSX key cut and programmed at the dealer today, but I don't have an invoice to post up.

The good news is that the dealer cut and programmed my key for FREE. Yes...that's right. FREE. (That's why I don't have an invoice to scan and post. Sorry guys.

I had forgotten to call one dealer in my area that's like 15 min from my house so I gave them a ring today and they told me they do the service for FREE.

It works perfectly in my coupe and I love it.

For those who want to know which dealer....Lute Riley Honda in Richardson, TX. Their website is www.luterileyhonda.com

My only complaint...they left a tiny scratch on my interior door handle trim and tried to pass it off as "having been there from the factory." Idiots.

Ok good news and bad news:

The bad news is that I got my 2009 Acura TSX key cut and programmed at the dealer today, but I don't have an invoice to post up.

The good news is that the dealer cut and programmed my key for FREE. Yes...that's right. FREE. (That's why I don't have an invoice to scan and post. Sorry guys.

I had forgotten to call one dealer in my area that's like 15 min from my house so I gave them a ring today and they told me they do the service for FREE.

It works perfectly in my coupe and I love it.

For those who want to know which dealer....Lute Riley Honda in Richardson, TX. Their website is www.luterileyhonda.com

My only complaint...they left a tiny scratch on my interior door handle trim and tried to pass it off as "having been there from the factory." Idiots.

did you purchase your car from der?

did you purchase your car from der?
Nope. I did not purchase my car from "der."

Anyway, purchased my car at a completely different dealer. The dealer where I bought my car from wanted to charge me $100 total for the cut and program.

o nice job free. i already ordered my key, havent even called the dealer yet till i get it. A little scared they will tell me a high amount

Nope. I did not purchase my car from "der."

Anyway, purchased my car at a completely different dealer. The dealer where I bought my car from wanted to charge me $100 total for the cut and program.

seriously? might have to look into this, i didnt want to mess with it due to cost, but since its like 35 total (lute is 15 from me too) i may reconsider
ive only had a VW switchblade, but prefer it, id guess the are about the same size?

When you go to get your key cut and programmed, make sure you give them all your keys (except the valet key). If you don't give them all your keys...yes they will all still start the car, but the ones they don't have won't wirelessly unlock/lock the car or open the trunk.

I made this mistake myself so I'll be heading back soon to get it taken care of.

Anyone in the DC metro area find a decent price to program and cut? The cheapest I've gotten is like $55. That's almost $100 to buy and program the key. I don't know if it's worth that much to me.

ugh.. i cant find ANYONE to do it for under $100... ridiculous.

this is probably a stupid question but does the car HAVE to be there for them to do it? or can they program them off the keys itself.

have to have the car there for immobilizer

called another dealer.. $54 gonna go there..
they were just concerned about it because they have never done it before. so they said I would have to sign something saying that if it causes a problem with the ignition or anything like that it wouldn't be covered.. cuz they dont think its actually possible.. but i told him i did the legwork and everything works to just treat it like a honda key.

i'll be all set right?

Inquired at my the dealer where we service our Hondas - no charge.

Taking it down tomorrow.

Will post whatever documentation we get...

getupkid and pittpanther....what dealerships have yall talked to?

to everyone else who is asking their dealers, please post the dealer and price they offered for cut and program, that way its a bit easier for everyone else

also Honda of San Marcos (45 minutes away from San Antonio and 30 minutes away from Austin.....called this morning and they will cut and program for $25 total.

So it looks like I am taking a road trip back to "school" in a week...but its worth it.

i got my key today will be calling around Cali for prices soon

Will the feature to open the car windows/moonroof work with switchblade key?

if you can open your doors with your key i dont see why that feature would not work but for the people who have already got there keys done can you confirm?

if you can open your doors with your key i dont see why that feature would not work but for the people who have already got there keys done can you confirm?


It works like an original key.
I just went to the dealer where my friend works at and I had to pay $10 for cutting the key but he programmed it for free.(thus, no invoice...sorry)

He was doubtful at first but he was surprised to find out it actually worked!:lmao::lmao:

Thanks for those who inspired me into this. It totally worth $$$$$$$$$.:thmsup: No more scratches on my cell phone:banana:

nice job, did you bring him all your keys?

I thought there was an Acura logo on the key, but it doesn't look that way in the pic. I hate to ask again, but are all of you purchasing from eBay, and this should work in the sedan, also, right?

Yup I had to bring all my keys.
Acura logo is on the back by the way.

I thought there was an Acura logo on the key, but it doesn't look that way in the pic. I hate to ask again, but are all of you purchasing from eBay, and this should work in the sedan, also, right?

the acura logo is on the back

you can purchase through ebay, but if you refer to an earlier post you can go straight to the Acura of Peroia site and get the cheaper mem 2

and no this does not work on the sedan, only coupe...hence the threads name :D

the acura logo is on the back

you can purchase through ebay, but if you refer to an earlier post you can go straight to the Acura of Peroia site and get the cheaper mem 2

and no this does not work on the sedan, only coupe...hence the threads name :D

Alright, thanks, does anyone know when or if we can verify that any key does or does not work on the sedan?

none so far, wait to see what the new TL has

ill put money on the 09 TL key working on the sedan

Boch Honda - Norwood, MA - $110
Lundgren Honda - Auburn, MA - $110
Herb Chambers Honda - Westboro, MA - $110
Majestic Honda - Lincoln, RI - $95
Metro Honda - Johnston, RI - $95
Bernardi Honda - Natick, MA - $54

The $54 one counted it as "half hour" service, so it seems everyone else is counting it as an hour of service charge.

getupkid and pittpanther....what dealerships have yall talked to?

to everyone else who is asking their dealers, please post the dealer and price they offered for cut and program, that way its a bit easier for everyone else

also Honda of San Marcos (45 minutes away from San Antonio and 30 minutes away from Austin.....called this morning and they will cut and program for $25 total.

So it looks like I am taking a road trip back to "school" in a week...but its worth it.

We get our service done at O'Donnell Honda in Ellicott City, MD. We have been customers there for over 10 years and have a very good relationship with the Service Manager. My wife just called to tell me she just had it done and it works great. Unfortunately, no invoice... sorry all!

damn i hope i can get mine cut for cheap

just got mine done, im from canada, charged me $40 for programing and 15 $ to cut it , still a little pricey.. works great too, i just had to bring one key, they didnt need the others, if anyone charges more than 50-60$ , they either dont understand what has to be done or their ripping you off, because it does not take more than 15 min to do.

Checked with my local dealer and they quoted me $45 to cut and program :banana:

just got mine done, im from canada, charged me $40 for programing and 15 $ to cut it , still a little pricey.. works great too, i just had to bring one key, they didnt need the others, if anyone charges more than 50-60$ , they either dont understand what has to be done or their ripping you off, because it does not take more than 15 min to do.

can you start the car w/ other keys that you didn't take it with you to the dealer?

can you start the car w/ other keys that you didn't take it with you to the dealer?

ya, thats the first thing i checked because i was surprised he didn't want the other keys, even though i had them, and all the others worked. im assuming they just take one honda key , and program the acura key off of that, kind of like programing the garage door feature in the car with the actual garage opener right next to it, where the instructions are to keep it within a few inchesand hold on the button ,etc etc.. same concept i guess...

i called multiple dealers right now and they all quoted me $90 - $95. Theres once place that quoted me $60 for Cut and Program. Im gonna go check that place out today

i called multiple dealers right now and they all quoted me $90 - $95. Theres once place that quoted me $60 for Cut and Program. Im gonna go check that place out today

Talk to service director or manager, you'll have better chance with them.

i got the key done today cost me 50 bucks, i know i paid alittle more then other people but that was the cheapest that ive found it for. I do have an invoice if you guys want me to post it up here but i think other people have found it for cheaper. Overall the key works awesome and im glad i got it.

Pros:
1. Key looks awesome
2. Switchblade so its about 1 inch shorter then closed, no more stabbing the legs/butt cheeks
3. When the key is in the ignition it sticks out a little further so the rest of my keys that are hanging off the car key does not scratch my ignition area when i make hard turns.
4. Plastic feels stronger then OEM key
5. Silver buttons are embossed with the icon so it can handle wear better then the OEM ones, wont rub off icon.
6. The button layout seems to make more sense with unlock and lock on the top and trunk release on the bottom.

Cons:
1. Expensive if you cant find a good dealer around $30 for the key and $30 - $95 for labor
2. Acura Logo on the back
3. Wish the key came out more like the VW/Audi key because it makes more sense. There key pops out from the side so after you push the button the key is in perfect position to start the car. For the acura key the key pops out flat so you still need to turn your wrist to insert the key. Not a big deal since the pros are way better for i just brought it up because i thought it was a lilttle odd.

http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/images/IMG_1923.jpg
http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/images/IMG_1930.jpg
http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/images/IMG_1940.jpg

Here more pictures if you want to check out the compare
Click Here for Gallery (http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/)

My Invoice if it helps some of you guys out
Right Click and Save (http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/invoice.jpg)

i got the key done today cost me 50 bucks, i know i paid alittle more then other people but that was the cheapest that ive found it for. I do have an invoice if you guys want me to post it up here but i think other people have found it for cheaper. Overall the key works awesome and im glad i got it.

Pros:
1. Key looks awesome
2. Switchblade so its about 1 inch shorter then closed, no more stabbing the legs/butt cheeks
3. When the key is in the ignition it sticks out a little further so the rest of my keys that are hanging off the car key does not scratch my ignition area when i make hard turns.
4. Plastic feels stronger then OEM key
5. Silver buttons are embossed with the icon so it can handle wear better then the OEM ones, wont rub off icon.
6. The button layout seems to make more sense with unlock and lock on the top and trunk release on the bottom.

Cons:
1. Expensive if you cant find a good dealer around $30 for the key and $30 - $95 for labor
2. Acura Logo on the back
3. Wish the key came out more like the VW/Audi key because it makes more sense. There key pops out from the side so after you push the button the key is in perfect position to start the car. For the acura key the key pops out flat so you still need to turn your wrist to insert the key. Not a big deal since the pros are way better for i just brought it up because i thought it was a lilttle odd.

http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/images/IMG_1923.jpg
http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/images/IMG_1930.jpg
http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/images/IMG_1940.jpg

Here more pictures if you want to check out the compare
Click Here for Gallery (http://www.ray-lee.com/Stuff/AcuraKeyWeb/)

Thanks for the feedback and pics. Are you going to try and take off the Acura logo? If so, post pics please.

i was planning on it. maybe just pop off the logo

updated my post with invoice attached, hope it can help some of you guys out

Hello guys!
I was one the first posting about the "Ebay Switchblade" key and although I never had a problem with mine,I figured I would try this tsx switchblade out.
Main reason for doing this was for the more oem look and after reading multiple posts about so many people having issues with the ebay one,you guys got me scared and I don't wanna be stranded anywhere :P

My take on this whole thing is this,I do like the TSX one better!Its a little heavier and the fact that its oem makes me sleep better at night.
This cost me $31 from ebay and like a few others I have no invoice because I know someone that works at a honda dealership and the cost was free.

I programmed the remote fob myself going by the instructions here:
http://www.handaaccessories.com/crv/KEYLESSPROG.pdf

Only thing different and I read online you do the first 3 steps hitting the lock or unlock button,I tried alot hitting lock and couldn't get it to work so I tried it doing unlock and it worked.The dealer can also do this but it was just one less step they had to do when i went there.

All they did was cut the key and program the immobilizer.With the program I watched them use they just did an add a key and and added the tsx key.I didn't need all my keys present.Just the tsx and 1 original key.All my keys work,1 tsx,2 stock keys and vallet key.Hope this helps people decide on what route to go, tsx switchblade for sure for that oem look! :thumbsup:

Here's a short video of the key in action.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ai76-nAQ_2A

And a few pic's comparing them all :)
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/CycloneGreyGTO/Accord/KeyCompare.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/CycloneGreyGTO/Accord/KeyCompare2.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/CycloneGreyGTO/Accord/KeyCompare3.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/CycloneGreyGTO/Accord/KeyCompare4.jpg

I'm glad that I didn't get the ebay one haha
thanks for the pics

nice work with the pics taffy
so, you only need one programmed key (or the barcode that came with the keys i assume), good info

I ordered a 2nd switchblade key (as a spare) and got it cut and programmed today.

Here is some extra information I got from the dealer:

Only a total of 5 keys can be programmed to deactivate the immobilizer.

They also told me that only up to two keys could be programmed to unlock/lock/open the trunk remotely. However, I've been able to program all 4 of mine to do this without any problems (the two originals and the two switchblades)

Btw...Lute Riley is now charging $10 to cut keys along with free programming. Apparently so many people have wanted to cut keys lately that they had to replace their cutting bits which are $$$.

nice review taffy

nice work with the pics taffy
so, you only need one programmed key (or the barcode that came with the keys i assume), good info
When they programmed mine the software asked to insert 1 Original key to be put in the ignition.Then 5 seconds or so go by then it asks for the new key to be programmed to be put in the ignition.

Just ordered mine. The cheapest I've got quoted in MD is $50 to cut and program. If anyone around here knows of a better price, please share.

Also, anyone pry off the Acura logo on the TSX key? Post pics if you have.

Prying off the Acura logo leaves the indentation of the Acura logo in the back of the key. To remedy this, I put a small velcro square over the area, which does one of two things...attaches to the corresponding piece of velcro near my wallet, watch, and other keys, and sticks to the inner lining of my athletic shorts so they don't fall out.

I also pried off the sticker you see in the above pictures under the Acura logo.

Prying off the Acura logo leaves the indentation of the Acura logo in the back of the key. To remedy this, I put a small velcro square over the area, which does one of two things...attaches to the corresponding piece of velcro near my wallet, watch, and other keys, and sticks to the inner lining of my athletic shorts so they don't fall out.

I also pried off the sticker you see in the above pictures under the Acura logo.

do you have pics of the acura logo pried off? i wanna see if i wanna just leave it off

do you have pics of the acura logo pried off? i wanna see if i wanna just leave it offSorry, I never took any pics with the logo off...and both of my switchblade keys now have the piece of velcro over it.

The way it looks with the logo out, you definitely don't want to leave it like that. It's an eye-sore.

i should remove the acura chrome then fill it with bondo, smooth it out and paint it black :lmao:

do you have pics of the acura logo pried off? i wanna see if i wanna just leave it off

Go ahead and pry it out, if you are careful, you can put it back.

I must be the minority, but It doesn't bother me at all. Who's really gonna see it?

I must be the minority, but It doesn't bother me at all. Who's really gonna see it?It's not about others. It's about me knowing it's there.

Nothing I do to the car or its accessories is about other people seeing it. It's about my preferences and experience solely.

Just got back from the Honda dealer with my new programmed / cut TSX key. Service attendant gave me a bit of an odd look as I walked out the door...I think he was jealous. Got it cut/programmed for $50.00...I only wish I had seen the post on how to program it yourself sooner...oh well. The key rocks my socks...so Im happy.

Just got back from the Honda dealer with my new programmed / cut TSX key. Service attendant gave me a bit of an odd look as I walked out the door...I think he was jealous. Got it cut/programmed for $50.00...I only wish I had seen the post on how to program it yourself sooner...oh well. The key rocks my socks...so Im happy.You may have misunderstood me.

The immobilizer transponder MUST be programmed by the dealer. Only they have access to the algorithms and computers which can program the key.

The only thing you can program yourself is the keyless entry/trunk opener features of the remote.

Update:
Here's a pic of what I did to the back of my switchblade key:

Jakerx Where did you get that honda logo?

I found a dealer in Miami, Largo Honda, that will cut and program it for $45.00. The others all wanted $92.00 to program and cut.

Jakerx Where did you get that honda logo?

I found a dealer in Miami, Largo Honda, that will cut and program it for $45.00. The others all wanted $92.00 to program and cut.
I took it off a cheap key shell I bought off Ebay. You can also take it off your current Honda key if you wish.

I been trying to get a dealer to cut/program my key but they all seem to want 85-100 to do it. I gess I'm going to have to pay them the full hour labor that they are charging.

I been trying to get a dealer to cut/program my key but they all seem to want 85-100 to do it. I gess I'm going to have to pay them the full hour labor that they are charging.

print out my invoice and see if that works

I can't believe dealers are charging an hour of labor for this b.s. I took my car in the other day...and the service advisor programmed my key and immobilizer in the drive-up appointment bay while I got some coffee and watched. It took about 20 minutes from the time I rolled into the bay and drove out of there.

Yeah, taking their time its 15-20 minutes tops. It's crazy they want that much to do something so simple.

Yeah, taking their time its 15-20 minutes tops. It's crazy they want that much to do something so simple.
Supply and demand, I guess. But still...it's maddening. :thumbsdow

Got my key cut and programmed today. For free!!!...My Honda couldn't program the keyless entry for some reason. They wanted to charge me $100 for programming of the immobilizer. I told them that I wasn't about to pay for a half ass'd job and they threatend to erase the immobilizer and give me the key fully unprogrammed. I called their bluff and when I got home I used the write up on how to program the keyless I got from this site and it works like a charm...A happy ending =)

so you just got it cut for free then.

Got my key cut and programmed today. For free!!!...My Honda couldn't program the keyless entry for some reason. They wanted to charge me $100 for programming of the immobilizer. I told them that I wasn't about to pay for a half ass'd job and they threatend to erase the immobilizer and give me the key fully unprogrammed. I called their bluff and when I got home I used the write up on how to program the keyless I got from this site and it works like a charm...A happy ending =)

wow I'm pretty sure a lot of people here will be happy to hear that.
I thought the dealer was the only one who could program for immobilizer.

wow I'm pretty sure a lot of people here will be happy to hear that.
I thought the dealer was the only one who could program for immobilizer.

If i understand it right the dealer programmed the immobilizer then threaten to deactivate it which they probably didn't. Then he came home to program the fob which you can do without the dealer.

If you could program immobilizer at home you could cut these keys and people would be stealing cars all day long ..lol

If i understand it right the dealer programmed the immobilizer then threaten to deactivate it which they probably didn't. Then he came home to program the fob which you can do without the dealer.

If you could program immobilizer at home you could cut these keys and people would be stealing cars all day long ..lol
Indeed. From his post...it is apparent that the dealer programmed the immobilizer but was unable to program the keyless entry features.

The immobilizer MUST be programmed by the dealer (they have access to the computer and algorithms which the car's computer uses to determine valid access).

I ordered the key from my local Acura dealer. I supplied my VIN and it was delivered cut. I took the key to the Honda dealer whom I bought the car from to program the immobilizer and keyless entry. The Honda dealer was only able to program the immobilizer but was unsuccesful in programming the keyless entry. I was with them in the service bay when they were programming the immobilizer. Apparently you need their computer to program it. They plug this laptop size computer into the cars OBDII inlet. Therefore you can't do it yourself. However the keyless entry portion of the process you can and is described in detail in a post on this thread. Follow tthe details and it works flawlessly

Heres the link again:
http://www.handaaccessories.com/crv/KEYLESSPROG.pdf

I got one of my free oil changes done today along with balance and rotate of tires...

My mid fan switch in console was squeaking and morning time brake squeaking...

...

they replaced whole fan switch item, did oil change even though MMS was at 50% (pickup is now like new) , gave me new front brake pads....sanded/grinded down rotors .. (no more brake squeal at low speeds or cold start times)

0$ all under warranty...

WHICH LEADS me to me bringing in the ebay TSX 09 key blank from Acura of Peoria... Parts guy remembered me from the shell flip out switch thing some of us tried that was cheap and failed out when turning the car over....

showed him the tsx key FCC ID, he was game...I asked how much, 'aww thats free, customary to do for our customers as a free service, it takes 3 minutes anyway...heck you provided the blank and key'

so he cuts it, looks perfect, he's intrigued too because he has a 4 cylinder 08 coupe... I look at him waiting for him to come out to the drive through service bay where my car still is..but apparently he just does the cutting and providing of parts at the counter....Service does programming, in fact the check in agents for service do programming of extra keys and such...

So I mosey over to my car and a service dept check in guy comes over , different from the one in the morning that wrote up and processed my car for all the other stuff I had it in for...'Can I help you?' ... i explain, show him the key...the FCC id's ...he's intrigued and see's the parts counter guy looking through his fish bowl window into the service bay to follow along..I see the parts guy nodding his head at this check-in dude...it was pretty funny..

So this guy is like..'lets give it a go .... give me 5 min' ...he grabs the programmer ..my original keys ... it takes him 2 min, and another 2 to test/verify all the buttons, unlock, lock, trunk, roll down and opening of windows and sunroof... its all there...

Honda service guys gather around..all check it out and I did mention where I got my fob from and the price. All are stunned but pleased. I think a few will be checking their FCC id's soon.

Everyone there this evening had never heard of this for 7th gens and the TL keys..so maybe it was just by chance that this staff hadn't ...but its a major honda dealer.

Anyway... 0$ , immobilizer, programing , cut.

Penske Honda
Indianapolis IN

I know Chanke had bad luck w/ this dealer, but they took care of me very well ( I did buy the car from them, chatted with the guys quite a bit this morning, mentioned DA and the TSB pointed out by helpful members on here about early production VIN's and the rockers /head bolts not being torq'd) and the guys in the shop def picked up that I was a bit meticulous about knowing and caring for my car ... paint was spotless and interior was like day one if not better after the lexol'ing a month ago...


I was assuming Id get hit with 20-30..and I was prepared to barter for 40-50 instead of 80-105$ but...now , I believe if you bought the car from the dealer u try to get the TSX key cut/prog done at; for the time it takes....they should do this for free. It really was so simple for them, I watched the whole thing.

Good luck to everyone else. I love this key...so sweet, it's how Honda shouldve made these keys for the 8th gen from the get-go.

I didn't get mine free, but I had mine programmed and cut a few hours ago for $49 at Ourisman Honda in Bethesda MD. They were SLOW getting it done but everything works perfectly fine on it.

just got mine done today for freakin 95 dollars!!! but i went there and told them that I call honda of america and Honda approved it. Most of the service people where amazed.

has anyone gotten a key cut and programmed in san antonio

:banana:
Got my key cut and the immobilizer programmed for $27.00 at Gillman Honda in San Benito, TX. Would have cost me $45, but since I did the door lock remote part myself they charged me $27.00.

:banana:
Got my key cut and the immobilizer programmed for $27.00 at Gillman Honda in San Benito, TX. Would have cost me $45, but since I did the door lock remote part myself they charged me $27.00.
Wow...so they basically wanted an extra $18 to perform less than 60 seconds of work. Ridiculous.

I didn't get mine free, but I had mine programmed and cut a few hours ago for $49 at Ourisman Honda in Bethesda MD. They were SLOW getting it done but everything works perfectly fine on it.

Hrmm, I live in MD as well. I'm gonna hafta look into this. So I order a blank Acura TSX '09 key and bring it to them? I've seen a picture of a Honda switchblade key floating around somewhere.

Hrmm, I live in MD as well. I'm gonna hafta look into this. So I order a blank Acura TSX '09 key and bring it to them? I've seen a picture of a Honda switchblade key floating around somewhere.

Yeah basically just buy the 09 blank TSX key and bring it to them. At first they didn't think it would work but I kept telling them to just do it and if it doesn't work then I'll risk it. That was the cheapest Honda dealer within 20 miles of Rockville. I even called a bunch in PG and NoVA but they were all around $100.

Ok this is for 08 sedan owners. I will be getting a 09 tsx key cut tomorrow for my 08 sedan. I know for a fact the new key will start my car but I know the fcc id's dont match up for the sedans. Im a EE and I will doing a little hacking for the transmitter for the lock/unlock/ etc functions. I will let everyone know my outcome.

you will more than likely have to swap the smd controller chips (ee too)
good luck with that as smd's are a pain without the right equipment

Now that I am home, I am finally able to do the TSX key swap. I got 2 keys, a mem1 and mem2. That is what they gave me. I got them for approx $56 total. I then took them to my local Honda dealership and they cut and programmed them for appox. $56. So for approx. $102, I got 2 new keys that work great. The guy at the Honda dealership was surprised that it worked.

I am wondering if anyone knows if there is something like this that will work with the 2008 Pilot. I might do something like this for my dad for Father's Day.

Thanks for whoever found out that this works!!! Now I need me some door sills for the coupe and I will be good to go for a few weeks.

Hey i have a 09TSX key that i tried to program with my 7th gen accord...as you may have guessed, it didn't work haha....anyway i see some of u guys had tried it with the TL key to no success with your 8th gens, if u still have the TL key's lets trade the transmitter portion of the keys and solve both of our problems : ) LMK through PM

here's a pic

http://www.upitall.com/Public/Pictures/tsxkey.JPG

what happened to these...cant find one for less than 60 bucks on ebay ...they were 30 bucks like 2 months ago

Yeah, the prices went up a lot. I managed to get one from an Acura dealer for $50.38 w/ tax after showing him www.oemacuraparts.com. They sell it for $36.80 but he couldn't go that low. Ended up price-matching their MSRP of $49.07.

Search part number 35113-TL0-A00 on www.oemacuraparts.com, print it out and bring it to your dealer. They should match the MSRP for you.

what happened to these...cant find one for less than 60 bucks on ebay ...they were 30 bucks like 2 months ago
For reference:

"2009 Acura TSX "Switchblade" Key Remote Mem-2 NEW", $27.86
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2009-Acura-TSX-Switchblade-Key-Remote-Mem-2-NEW_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em118Q2el1247 QQcategoryZ40016QQihZ021QQitemZ310064224075QQrdZ1Q QsspagenameZWD1V

"2009 Acura TSX "Switchblade" Key Remote Mem-1 NEW", $37.78
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2009-Acura-TSX-Switchblade-Key-Remote-Mem-1-NEW_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em118Q2el1247 QQcategoryZ40016QQihZ021QQitemZ310064200440QQrdZ1Q QsspagenameZWD1V

sweet, i just bought my key on ebay for $32.86 shipped.
now i just have to call around to see who will cut it for cheap, but i shouldn't have a problem since there are 5 dealerships within a 45min driving distance of me.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&viewitem=&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.ebay.com%3A80%2Fsearch%2Fse arch.dll%3Fquery%3D310067646360%26MfcISAPICommand% 3DGetResult%26ht%3D1%26ebaytag1%3Debayreg%26srchde sc%3Dn%26maxRecordsReturned%3D300%26maxRecordsPerP age%3D50%26SortProperty%3DMetaEndSort%26fvi%3D1&item=310067646360

sweet, i just bought my key on ebay for $32.86 shipped.
now i just have to call around to see who will cut it for cheap, but i shouldn't have a problem since there are 5 dealerships within a 45min driving distance of me.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&viewitem=&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.ebay.com%3A80%2Fsearch%2Fse arch.dll%3Fquery%3D310067646360%26MfcISAPICommand% 3DGetResult%26ht%3D1%26ebaytag1%3Debayreg%26srchde sc%3Dn%26maxRecordsReturned%3D300%26maxRecordsPerP age%3D50%26SortProperty%3DMetaEndSort%26fvi%3D1&item=310067646360

good luck. cutting shouldn't be a problem but they'll probably want an arm and a leg to program it

if anything, ill probably just get my salesman to see if he can get me a deal on it since my brother is in the process of buying a car from him.

that could work although i don't think he'd be able to do anything on the books .. he may try to get one of the techs to program it for you during their downtime or something

Just got mine cut and programmed yesterday... helps to know a guy in the service dept... he had one of the tech's do it and I floated the tech $25... he was surprised it worked!

i got wacked for $75 but, im glad i have it done!! tech guys were also surprised

$Free! Well.... Cost of the keys. An original + valet key were "lost" between dealers when I picked up the car. Had them de-program all existing keys and re-program 2 new TSX's plus the one original Honda AND got them to give me the two keys they still owed me; unprogrammed, uncut JIC.

saweet, my switch blade came in today. gonna get it cut monday, hopefully i get a cheap price.

so i go to the dealership, they told me $45 to program and $15 to cut.............but i got it cut and programed for $45!
works well, although it feels like a tight squeeze right now. but everything works great.
at first the service advisor and the tech that was helping her gave me a wtf look, but then they smiled when everything worked out great.
oh yeah, and this was at ciocca honda in hershey.
edit: here is the invoice.....bastards put sohc for engine! haha
http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/2077/07212008032019pmmf8.th.jpg (http://img337.imageshack.us/my.php?image=07212008032019pmmf8.jpg)

Does anyone know a good honda dealerhip in Chicago area to cut and program the TSX key.
So far, $60 to cut and program is what I found. I'll keep call around but just wondering if anyone got a good deal on this.

can someone explain whats the difference between memory 2 and 1? i have an 08 coupe, either 1 will work on it?

the memory functions are for the TSX power seats (and i believe other auto setting functions, like climate control i believe); acura has mem1 and mem2 keys to program different settings for multiple drivers if necessary (driver 1 uses mem1 key and driver 2 uses mem2 key).

since our accords don't have these memory functions, either key will work; most are purchasing the mem2 key because its a bit cheaper.

cool thanks for clearing that up

Err.. Damn Coupes!! :D

Just got my key cut and programmed for 30 bucks at Norm Reeves Honda in Cerritos. The guy initially told me he wouldnt do it and swore it wouldn't work. I told him I wouldn't leave till he tried and 30 dollars later and a stupid look on his face im switch blading it now.

another happy customer with the '09 TSX key. local dealers were either refusing to program as they did not trust the idea (way to think outside of the box huh) or quoted avg. $99+tax. so i reread the numerous threads and countless posts on programming the remote functions and swapping the immobilizer chips (i sacrificed my valet). needless to say, i visited my dealer's parts dept. and they cut it for free (gave the guy a tip for being intrigued and open-minded), and it works as you all know!

thanks to all who posted pics and invaluable info on this mod. :thmsup:

Did mine today! key, just under $40, I cut it so that was free, one of my homies in the shop programed it, gotta buy him lunch at Bone Daddys tomorrow. They do program a little different than a Honda key tho, to do the remote it ask for the PCM code and after it finished it only showed 2 remotes registered but all 3 still work. My friend that did it wants one for his 08 sedan now, any ideas?
Its done and Im happy, great info, thanks!

so this wont work for sedans?

Have 1 question: After programming the key, does EVERY button work (panic, trunk, lock and unlock)?

If I ever do it, I'd have to butcher my valet as well, since the 2 local dealers won't do it, and I'm not going to beg. I still don't like having an Acura key when it's a Honda; HATE to look presumptuous. Later.
JC

yeah all the buttons work.

Have 1 question: After programming the key, does EVERY button work (panic, trunk, lock and unlock)?

If I ever do it, I'd have to butcher my valet as well, since the 2 local dealers won't do it, and I'm not going to beg. I still don't like having an Acura key when it's a Honda; HATE to look presumptuous. Later.
JC
All buttons work flawlessly just like the original remotes (doors lock, alarm activates, doors unlock, windows/moonroof open, trunk opens, panic alerts). Definitely just butcher the valet and swap the chips yourself; with a little patience and time it'll all come together nicely ... oh and make sure you use a #0 philips head to ensure you don't strip any of the screws, and keep a finger on the plate covering the spring as you're unscrewing the final screw, so they don't fly off like they did for me lol.

Does your new TSX key with the sacrificed valet chip lock/unlock your glove compartment???

I'm able to unlock the door via keyhole, lock/unlock the trunk lock, however CANNOT unlock my glove compartment. I thought it might be because the valet chip won't allow the key to unlock the glove compartment, however this would've been the same case for the trunk lock (which i CAN lock/unlock with this key).

Anyone else have this problem?

So I went to my local Acura dealer and picked up a 09 TSX key blank. The guy at the parts counter said pull your car to service and they will program it. I mentioned that I didnt not have a TSX and that it is for a Accord coupe. He gave me the typical WTF look.:paranoid: So I was like ok dude just sell me the blank and I will worry about finding someone who will cut it. He was like why its not going to work. I was like just humor me and sell me the key....ok ok so he did. 37.50 plus tax. I went out in the parking lot and programed it to unlock and lock my car right then. They all were amazed that it worked......so now I just need it cut and imobilizer programed!

lol niceeee prove those basterds wrong!

How did u program the lock and unlock on the spot..im going to do the same to the same thing to them..

Mase: use the instructions in the following link. by the way, if the process doesn't when pressing the LOCK button, try it with the UNLOCK button. For some I think it worked with the LOCK button but for me and a few others it worked with the UNLOCK button.

http://www.handaaccessories.com/crv/KEYLESSPROG.pdf

Jakerx, just wondering.. did you color the background behind the honda logo? or is that just part of the logo..? im thinking of doing the same thing mang.. nice job.

BTW. Whats up folks, im the new guy here, my coupe will arrive in a week, cant wait, always looking for ideas. 09' Honda Accord Coupe (blk/blk) EX, pics coming soon..

Has anybody tried one of these?http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/03-04-05-06-07-HONDA-ACCORD-CRV-FLIP-REMOTE-KEY-SHELL_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33723QQihZ017QQit emZ270267580188QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

I talked to guy and he said it SHOULD:dunno: work on the 08 that you just take your guts out of your key and put it in the shell and have it cut.

I went ahead and bought one so we shall see!:D

Cancel your order 08coupefella...some members on here have bought that EBAY key before the TSX was known to work on the 08 accord...some people have had problems with the immobilizer not working properly thus resulting in a non-functional key.

Spend the extra money and get the TSX key

gayy jsut get the switchblade its nicer

Cancel your order 08coupefella...some members on here have bought that EBAY key before the TSX was known to work on the 08 accord...some people have had problems with the immobilizer not working properly thus resulting in a non-functional key.

Spend the extra money and get the TSX key
Ohhh no. Oh well at least it was just $25 bucks. Did everybody here get thier TSX key from Acura? I am worried about getting a dealer to go along with programming and stuff for me. Was the position of the imobilizer chip too far away or something? I wonder why it wasn't working. I kinda figured the case would be cheaply made but assumed it would work. Thanks for the info.

the quality on the tsx key is so much nicer, especially the buttons.

Ohhh no. Oh well at least it was just $25 bucks. Did everybody here get thier TSX key from Acura? I am worried about getting a dealer to go along with programming and stuff for me. Was the position of the imobilizer chip too far away or something? I wonder why it wasn't working. I kinda figured the case would be cheaply made but assumed it would work. Thanks for the info.

we got ours from an acura dealership on ebay, he can cut them or you can take it to your honda dealership to have them program and cut it.

we got ours from an acura dealership on ebay, he can cut them or you can take it to your honda dealership to have them program and cut it.
Good lookin out, I'll check there now. (Even though I should be working)

Ohhh no. Oh well at least it was just $25 bucks. Did everybody here get thier TSX key from Acura? I am worried about getting a dealer to go along with programming and stuff for me. Was the position of the imobilizer chip too far away or something? I wonder why it wasn't working. I kinda figured the case would be cheaply made but assumed it would work. Thanks for the info.

I bought mine from a local acura dealer and took it to Honda to cut and program. More and more Honda dealers are being dick$ about doing this now. I would suggest buying the TSX from the acura dealer online. Jblaust bought a key from them and they cut it for free. You just have to provide them your VIN# and some proof that you are in fact the owner.

If the dealers are being asses about programming the immobilizer, I know that kopimon gutted out his valet key and swapped the immobilizer chip from the valet to the tsx key. There are also instructions on here to program the lock/unlock/panic/trunk release buttons.

It may be a little more work on your part, but the TSX key is sooooo much better than that POS IMO :thmsup:

How do take the immobilizer out of the valet key? Cut it apart?

i just got mine yesterday.. still un-cut, my coupe doesnt arrive untill next month unfortunetly.. Ooh well.

Yes, cut the valet key apart and swap it.

here is the link I get help.
http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showpost.php?p=260695&postcount=30

Here is the link how to disassemble the TSX key and swap the chip.
http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showpost.php?p=123145&postcount=1

No dealers around my place want to do the job at reasonable cost, so I did it myself with help of this forum.
Hope this helps.

Also read this thread too if you want to know how I got my situation resolved.
http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=20537

heres the site i bought my key from. works great! honda charged me an extra 15 bucks to cut and program.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=40016&viewitem=&item=310075087918&_trksid=p3907.m29

heres the site i bought my key from. works great! honda charged me an extra 15 bucks to cut and program.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=40016&viewitem=&item=310075087918&_trksid=p3907.m29

+1:thmsup:

my key should be here tomorrow or monday. I got it from Acura of Peoria as well, on ebay. Sent it out the 21st. Very excited. My dealership said they will cut and program for $50. Well program at least....cutting is free :D. O its burt kuni honda by the way. Great place

I'm sure the chip is inside the valet key but when I took my regular key (with remote) apart the chip is nowhere to be found. I think they're built into the remote housing now or something. My key isn't like this one...http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showpost.php?p=123145&postcount=1.

Anybody confirm?:dunno:

http://img105.imageshack.us/img105/341/img00017hq7.th.jpg (http://img105.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img00017hq7.jpg)(Click to make image bigger...)

^the link is the tsx switchblade key.

^the link is the tsx switchblade key.
But the 4th picture down is the original accord key. And mine doesn't look like that on the inside.

i should remove the acura chrome then fill it with bondo, smooth it out and paint it black :lmao:

did you remove the acura chrone symbol yet?? and do you plan on adding a "H" symbol to ur switchblade..??

did you remove the acura chrone symbol yet?? and do you plan on adding a "H" symbol to ur switchblade..??

im leaving how it is. im fine with the way it looks and the A doesnt even bother me at all. In fact since im so use to the key now i dont even really look at it anymore haha so i dont even notice the A

im leaving how it is. im fine with the way it looks and the A doesnt even bother me at all. In fact since im so use to the key now i dont even really look at it anymore haha so i dont even notice the A

yeah.. well, im trying to do the same.. all i do is stare at it all day, kinda creepy, lol.:paranoid:

lol, looks like im in this alone.

and i like rubbing the A when its in my pocket :)

and i like rubbing the A when its in my pocket :)

hahahaha!!! lol, i was just doing that.. :D

i dont know...

Here's my story. Purchased my 08 Accord Coupe, TW, V6 A/T last week, from Manchester Honda, CT. Went down the street to the Acura dealer and bought a switch blade key ($82) FCC ID OUCG8D-439H-A. IC : RLVOMG806-302. This key only had lock, unlock, trunk and panic buttons. It was for a 08 TL. Took the key and car back to Honda and paid 40 for cutting and 20 for program. Honda said they did not guarantee it would work, would have to pay anyway. The cut and the immobilizer worked and started the car. The keyless remote did not work. Went back to Acura. The tech said the TL key did not have the same FCC code as the Accord. So he took a key from one of the new 09 TSX on his lot, swapped out the remote part and took less than 30 seconds to program the remote. The replacement remote was $39. Total $179. Happy face worth $1,000.00 :)
NOTE: When purchasing the Acura key, compare the FCC code with your Accord. It must match for everything to work.

You can buy the 09 TSX key on ebay for $34 and it has the same FCC code as 08 accord coupe.

You can buy the 09 TSX key on ebay for $34 and it has the same FCC code as 08 accord coupe.

Too bad shipping to Canada is $29.00 :thumbsdow or else I'd be all over it.

I just bought mine yesterday and waiting for it to ship...1st mod on the way!

I really like it a lot. I think of the Acura symbol as an upside Honda logo.

Damn... from the ebay listing, shipping price was doubled to over $12 bringing the price to $40.36. Spoke with Lance he was very helpful.

Hopefully I can get this cut and programmed for $20.

Thanks Forum!

Glad to see so many enjoying the Acura, it is soooo neat.

mine is on its way! printed up invoice of 45.03 hopefully they will honor it

this is probably my next mod

has anyone changed the "A" to an "H" yet?

I think i remember reading on this site a guy who did change it to an "H".
Read up and you might find it

the H is smaller than the Acura. I remember seeing a picture of it on the Acura key and you can see gaps in the hole. It kind of looked out of place, IMO.

There is an H key part on EBay that you can buy for the key. You will need both the TSX key and the Euro H key part that will combine together to become one whole key with a red H.

the H is smaller than the Acura. I remember seeing a picture of it on the Acura key and you can see gaps in the hole. It kind of looked out of place, IMO.

no, someone did a legit swap with the JDM switchblade, but he paid $70 just for the back piece......

i dont think it's worth it. one look at my car and people will be able to tell i dont drive an acura haha.