Why Your Honda Key Is Giving You Trouble – or Might in the Future

Written By Patrick Baxter

Honda came out with a new key design in 2002 for the CRV and phased it into the Accord, Civic, and Pilot models the next year. The design of the tumblers and keys are both problematic.

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Honda lock tumbler diagram

On the original Honda key there are tracks. On the Honda lock tumbler, you will see a ledge that protrudes from the bottom left. It looks like a small spike.

Over time, that spike wears down and stops riding correctly on the key. The tracks on the key also wear down and the edges get rounded, which compounds the problem.

If your Honda key is giving you problems in the door or the ignition, we can repair the issue with a new set of tumblers in the lock and a new key.

Just give us a call for a quote at 727-544-1824​. We’re happy to help.

Patrick Baxter

Patrick Baxter

· creative, designer, director

· brand design and management

· artist and culture vulture

· experience strategist

A big fat education and 25+ years experience in brand, promotional campaign, Web and digital design, PJ (Patrick) is sometimes referred to as a UX unicorn and focuses on critical consumption, creative delivery, and strategy. The founder of BAXTER branded, he enjoys all things interactive while engaging in the world of fine arts and being a professor for Web Design and Interactive Media.

https://www.baxterbranded.com
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