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Tiny
CHRISTOPHER IVAN ROEDER
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  • 1998 HONDA ACCORD
  • 3.0L
  • V6
  • 2WD
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  • 280,123 MILES
I just finished working on my car, took my battery out. I put the battery back in. Now it doesn't register my key. The only key I have is my valet key. Is there any way to reprogram the valet key without a key fob?
Monday, April 11th, 2022 AT 8:40 AM

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Tiny
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Hi,

It shouldn't have lost memory, but since it is a valet key, anything is possible.

As far as reprogramming is concerned, this requires a scan tool that can communicate with the PCM and has an immobilizer program card. That is a dealer item. However, you may find a locksmith that can do it as well.

Also, I'm not sure you can rewrite just a valet key. Whatever is registered when the rewrite is done is the only thing that will work. You may want to consider a spare key/fob.

I attached the directions below. Take a look through them and let me know if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe

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Monday, April 11th, 2022 AT 8:53 PM
Tiny
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I may have got it wrong, it might not be the valet key, it's the only key. I have, its black and I believe it has a chip in it maybe transponder key.
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Tuesday, April 12th, 2022 AT 9:31 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

Is it possible for you to upload a pic of it for me to see?

Let me know.

Joe
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Tuesday, April 12th, 2022 AT 7:42 PM
Tiny
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Is this what you needed?
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Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 AT 9:02 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

Yes, that is what I wanted to see. That doesn't appear as a valet key. That looks like a regular transponder key. The valet keys were usually gray in color.

That key should work to have reprogrammed. However, if you are going to go through the procedure, I would recommend getting an additional key to program as well.

The issue is the scan tool/program needed. I have a feeling you may even find it hard to find a dealer that has what is needed. Have you tried calling around to see if anyone can do it for you?

Let me know.

Joe
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Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 AT 6:27 PM
Tiny
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No, I haven't but I did read if I get a key fob I can then program everything through one process.
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Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 AT 6:38 PM
Tiny
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I believe that may be the next bridge to cross. You will need to have a fob that is programmed and recognized by the vehicle. However, anything is possible.

Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

Take care of yourself,

Joe
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Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 AT 6:46 PM
Tiny
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Thank you very much. I will let you know if/when and how I remedied the situation.
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Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 AT 7:33 PM
Tiny
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Thanks. I'm interested in knowing how it turns out for you. Also, please feel free to let me know if I can help in any way.

Take care,

Joe
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Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 AT 8:47 PM

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