Ignition switch programming keys

2003 HONDA ACCORD
160,000 MILES • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ONDER MULLIN
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I have a new ignition switch for the vehicle. It came with two new keys. after installing the switch to steering column and plugging back in the wiring, how do I reprogram the new keys to the vehicle new ignition switch? Does the new ignition switch have to be programmed to the car or just the keys?
Apr 24, 2019 at 5:30 AM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

The new ignition keys have to be programmed to your vehicle's Power-train Control Module (PCM) by either your local Honda dealership or a locksmith. These are the only two choices that you have and it is done intentionally that way to keep people from being able to go anywhere and have a chipped key made and steal someone's vehicle. Please get back to us with how it turns out, please.

Thanks,
Alex
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Apr 24, 2019 at 6:01 PM
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