DIY - TSX Fob Mod
03-13-2006, 04:10 PM
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Arrg!, I hope he would be kind enough to let me have the 3 buttons ones, if not for the same price.. maybe a bit more. Nonetheless, once i get the good ones! They will be heading to you moda! 
03-13-2006, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by MTLer
Arrg!, I hope he would be kind enough to let me have the 3 buttons ones, if not for the same price.. maybe a bit more. Nonetheless, once i get the good ones! They will be heading to you moda!
03-13-2006, 10:13 PM
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I want to know how many of these you have done so far. you have to be making some good car moding money.
03-14-2006, 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by CCColtsicehockey
I want to know how many of these you have done so far. you have to be making some good car moding money.
LOL. If you must know, I've done about 40 and 95% of the funds have got to my 19 mth old son's savings account.
03-14-2006, 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Benz_05_TSX
Ya man. I konw alot of people who have this now!! should've start a business!! Two local TSXer just got them!
03-14-2006, 10:02 AM
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I didnt even worry about getting a key when I had Moda do mine. I just let him do everything from getting the key to the actual mod. Luckily i live only about 45 min. away and got to watch him do it. He has become very skilled in the art of this mod. He makes it look so easy! 
03-14-2006, 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by CKcentral
I didnt even worry about getting a key when I had Moda do mine. I just let him do everything from getting the key to the actual mod. Luckily i live only about 45 min. away and got to watch him do it. He has become very skilled in the art of this mod. He makes it look so easy!
There are some funny things I've found out while doing it too.
1. The "black box" that has the immobilizer chip has a side that is more easy to get the chip out. I can tell by feel which ones are actually below the symbol and those that aren't.
2. Acura used a chip early on that was in the shape of a tube and is nearly impossible to get out. I've only had one of those though.
3. I've learned to make my own replacement screws because sometimes they have so much loctite that it refuses to come out.
4. The best part about this mod is handing it to the Service guy. The look is CLASSIC.
03-14-2006, 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by moda_way
There are some funny things I've found out while doing it too.
1. The "black box" that has the immobilizer chip has a side that is more easy to get the chip out. I can tell by feel which ones are actually below the symbol and those that aren't.
2. Acura used a chip early on that was in the shape of a tube and is nearly impossible to get out. I've only had one of those though.
3. I've learned to make my own replacement screws because sometimes they have so much loctite that it refuses to come out.
4. The best part about this mod is handing it to the Service guy. The look is CLASSIC.
1. The "black box" that has the immobilizer chip has a side that is more easy to get the chip out. I can tell by feel which ones are actually below the symbol and those that aren't.
2. Acura used a chip early on that was in the shape of a tube and is nearly impossible to get out. I've only had one of those though.
3. I've learned to make my own replacement screws because sometimes they have so much loctite that it refuses to come out.
4. The best part about this mod is handing it to the Service guy. The look is CLASSIC.
03-23-2006, 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted by ToeKneeC67
First, I sent my key (and a check).
Second, he emails me that he got the key
Third, Once completed, Ryan took digital pictures and send me before, durning and after shots.
Forth, he emailed me when they shipped and ask if it was OK to deposit the check (I would have deposited on the first day, but he wanted to make sure I was happy with his work).
I got the key today (total time with shipping both ways was about 10 days). Not only did he send my new key fob, but also all scrap parts of my old key. I assume, just in case.
The key was mint. I took it out to my car and followed his included instrustions to program it. I read it first, it looks long but very simple (turn car on, press button, turn car off, press button...)
All was great, best money I spent on my Acura so far (OK tied with Tinting).
Thanks Ryan for a great job. Just need to get an Acura sticker for the key fob now
Second, he emails me that he got the key
Third, Once completed, Ryan took digital pictures and send me before, durning and after shots.
Forth, he emailed me when they shipped and ask if it was OK to deposit the check (I would have deposited on the first day, but he wanted to make sure I was happy with his work).
I got the key today (total time with shipping both ways was about 10 days). Not only did he send my new key fob, but also all scrap parts of my old key. I assume, just in case.
The key was mint. I took it out to my car and followed his included instrustions to program it. I read it first, it looks long but very simple (turn car on, press button, turn car off, press button...)
All was great, best money I spent on my Acura so far (OK tied with Tinting).
Thanks Ryan for a great job. Just need to get an Acura sticker for the key fob now
03-23-2006, 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by moda_way
3. I've learned to make my own replacement screws because sometimes they have so much loctite that it refuses to come out.
Hey moda, I attempted to do the mod about two months ago (and it's still sitting there), but I wasn't able to get the screw in since I don't have a tapper thing to make the threads into the cut key.... any recommendations?? The original screw isn't self tapping so it doesn't make things any easier...
03-23-2006, 12:35 PM
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^^ answered in detail with a PM
For everyone else, I just used a 1/16" drill bit and slightly enlarged that hole. The screw, with a little drop of loctite will hold the case together (Actually the screw becomes unimportant in my method) with ease.
For everyone else, I just used a 1/16" drill bit and slightly enlarged that hole. The screw, with a little drop of loctite will hold the case together (Actually the screw becomes unimportant in my method) with ease.
03-26-2006, 02:32 AM
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Originally Posted by moda_way
4. The best part about this mod is handing it to the Service guy. The look is CLASSIC.
03-26-2006, 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted by CCColtsicehockey
this is always fun. the look is hilarious. they are like isnt this the key for an accord, and being that I have converted my car I said yes it is a key for an accord and that is what I have. the guy at the service desk replied, but this is the acura dealer no the honda dealer and then I just gave up and almost lost it.
Still the classic look was from the service manager. He flipped the key around trying to understand. I just smiled.
04-08-2006, 11:51 PM
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Got my key today!
Just wanted to let everyone know that I got my key back today from Ryan and that I am very, very pleased with the work he's done. The key looks very OEM which is a big . Programming it was snap with the instructions that he provided. If you're too worried about doing this kind of DIY and screwing up *raises hand*, send Ryan a PM. He's a great guy who does great work and was a pleasure to work with. Thanks Ryan!!
. Programming it was snap with the instructions that he provided. If you're too worried about doing this kind of DIY and screwing up *raises hand*, send Ryan a PM. He's a great guy who does great work and was a pleasure to work with. Thanks Ryan!!
04-09-2006, 01:51 AM
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I wanted to get this key Mod for my '06 TSX but i'm not sure if the Honda Romote works with the '06 models. the FCC ID# don't match with the 06 TSX Remote. it's
OUCG8D-380H-A on my 06 Remote ID is OUCG8D-387H-A.
Have you Mod the 06 Remote for someone on the board yet Moda_Way??
OUCG8D-380H-A on my 06 Remote ID is OUCG8D-387H-A.
Have you Mod the 06 Remote for someone on the board yet Moda_Way??
04-09-2006, 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by VegaTSX
I wanted to get this key Mod for my '06 TSX but i'm not sure if the Honda Romote works with the '06 models. the FCC ID# don't match with the 06 TSX Remote. it's
OUCG8D-380H-A on my 06 Remote ID is OUCG8D-387H-A.
Have you Mod the 06 Remote for someone on the board yet Moda_Way??
OUCG8D-380H-A on my 06 Remote ID is OUCG8D-387H-A.
Have you Mod the 06 Remote for someone on the board yet Moda_Way??
Yes I have and it works fine with one exception. On the 2006 TSX, you have memory seats that will move to the memory location of Driver 1 or 2 when using the fob. This function is not transferrable to the USDM Accord key, so although everything else works fine, the seat will not auto-adjust unless you use the buttons in the car.
04-22-2006, 04:26 PM
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i get a shop discount at honda, and since majestic honda wanted like 37 and shipping, i went ahead and went to honda and picked up a key.
they though i was crazy cuz i didn't want them to cut nor program it. lol
anyways. 4/22/2006 we have another 06 KEY FOB mod'ed.
thanks MODA_WAY for giving me modivation. even though start to finish, i had maybe 30-45 min max into the converion. lol
they though i was crazy cuz i didn't want them to cut nor program it. lol
anyways. 4/22/2006 we have another 06 KEY FOB mod'ed.
thanks MODA_WAY for giving me modivation. even though start to finish, i had maybe 30-45 min max into the converion. lol
Got my key today from moda_way. I love it. The included instructions for programmign the key worked perfectly and everything was ready to go in a matter of minutes.
05-15-2006, 09:12 PM
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Originally Posted by CGTSX2004
Now I just have to figure out what to do with the extra remote? 
05-15-2006, 10:34 PM
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I got mine back from Ryan back in late March and it's fantastic! I also have a very cool custom made chrome on black "A" decal to fit snugly in the spot where the "H" logo was! Thanks again Ryan and some day I will make it over to see you! Chris
05-16-2006, 12:33 AM
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So I was fiddling with the badges and decided to try something...
Since moda_way was nice enough to include all of the original bits that were removed from the keys, I took the Honda and Acura emblems out and compared them to see how much of a size difference there was. Then, just using a file, I shaved away a bit of the top and bottom of the Acura emblem to allow it to fit into the space left by the Honda emblem. It's not a perfect fit, but at least it fills in the space pretty well.
Right now, it's just being held in there with a little scotch tape, but a bit of super glue, once I get my hands on some, should make this a permanent addition.
Since moda_way was nice enough to include all of the original bits that were removed from the keys, I took the Honda and Acura emblems out and compared them to see how much of a size difference there was. Then, just using a file, I shaved away a bit of the top and bottom of the Acura emblem to allow it to fit into the space left by the Honda emblem. It's not a perfect fit, but at least it fills in the space pretty well.
Right now, it's just being held in there with a little scotch tape, but a bit of super glue, once I get my hands on some, should make this a permanent addition.
05-17-2006, 02:28 AM
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in case you are on the fence about doing this mod, you should do it! if you are hesitant about doing it yourself as i was, Ryan (moda_way) really does a great job. i had an issue with mine and he fixed it no questions asked. amazing customer service!
05-17-2006, 08:40 AM
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Originally Posted by CGTSX2004
So I was fiddling with the badges and decided to try something...
Since moda_way was nice enough to include all of the original bits that were removed from the keys, I took the Honda and Acura emblems out and compared them to see how much of a size difference there was. Then, just using a file, I shaved away a bit of the top and bottom of the Acura emblem to allow it to fit into the space left by the Honda emblem. It's not a perfect fit, but at least it fills in the space pretty well.
Right now, it's just being held in there with a little scotch tape, but a bit of super glue, once I get my hands on some, should make this a permanent addition.
Since moda_way was nice enough to include all of the original bits that were removed from the keys, I took the Honda and Acura emblems out and compared them to see how much of a size difference there was. Then, just using a file, I shaved away a bit of the top and bottom of the Acura emblem to allow it to fit into the space left by the Honda emblem. It's not a perfect fit, but at least it fills in the space pretty well.
Right now, it's just being held in there with a little scotch tape, but a bit of super glue, once I get my hands on some, should make this a permanent addition.
I've decided to leave the "H" on the fob. Like I told moda, it will be my first and last JDM mod.
But that looks pretty good, nice job. BTW, can't wait for it to arrive.
05-29-2006, 10:31 PM
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Just got my key tonight. I love it. This mod is better than the CAI or sway bar
Ryan did a great job, you would not be able to tell in any way that the key wasn't an original. Another very satisfied customer.
Ryan did a great job, you would not be able to tell in any way that the key wasn't an original. Another very satisfied customer.
05-30-2006, 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by MTLer
Question Moda...How would one change the battery with the fob once modded? The Fob is glued back together right? Or is it still using the screw.
05-31-2006, 08:05 PM
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Key Fob Mod
Just received my modded key from Moda_way. Looks great and works perfectly. Took a little bit of time to cross the border both ways (I live in Toronto, Ont.), but other than that, everything went smoothly.
After having a similar key with two BMW 3 series, it's nice to once again have the Accord style key. Did not realize how much I missed it.
Highly recommended mod, and I highly recommend Moda_way.
After having a similar key with two BMW 3 series, it's nice to once again have the Accord style key. Did not realize how much I missed it.
Highly recommended mod, and I highly recommend Moda_way.
06-03-2006, 09:49 AM
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just received my key from moda. This guy is great. kept in touch the whole way, asked when to deposit the check, and the mod looks great. Having one key is much easier, and looks better. Definetely a highly recommended mod and Moda must do it.
06-03-2006, 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by ZhenyaF
just received my key from moda. This guy is great. kept in touch the whole way, asked when to deposit the check, and the mod looks great. Having one key is much easier, and looks better. Definetely a highly recommended mod and Moda must do it.
Wheh - that was a lot of writing - any help?
06-03-2006, 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by ZhenyaF
one question though, since I lost the driver customization in the MID, how can I change the setting of my headlights now? I presume that if I set it with the other key fob, it'll only work whenever I open the doors with that one. BTW reason why Im asking, everytime I lock the doors and the headlight are on, they dim briefly and then turn back on, and then 10 secs later turn off. Since HIDs burn out based on amount of times you turn off and on, I want to limit that and have them turn off after I lock the car.
Wheh - that was a lot of writing - any help?
Wheh - that was a lot of writing - any help?
06-04-2006, 08:33 AM
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Originally Posted by ZhenyaF
then how does the dealer program a new key, if lets say I lose one of mine?
Or do they not replace it?
Or do they not replace it?
This mod does not have a driver 1 or driver 2 remote signal to it.