kangjin

Yes, the integrated key/fob design is ugly and gigantic, but i really don't like how the current fob gets all scratched up. anyone know if it's possible? i know the accord key is laser-cut or whatever (unlike the TSX's,) and programming the chip in the key is costly, but has anyone done this?

Sorry if it's a stupid idea/question.

keg1997

I would love to do this...I found it hard to believe that the Accord had this feature while the Acura did not....

Dan Martin

Considering that the stock key is $150 to have replaced I can only imagine that if the accord key can be recoded to work with the TSX it will be even more expensive.

iamhomin

Eh, I don't mind the separate keys and remote anyway. What's the big deal???

escamar

thas one thing i miss from my 03 accord...everything was in one, instead of carrying around the remote wit key...

poltergeist

Sorry, '03-up Accords use a "sidewinder" key blank. It's not interchangeable with the TSX key. The sidewinder locks on the later Honda's have had a fair number of wear problems from what I've seen working on them. I'm happy that my TSX has "old-fashioned" keys.

STL

I don't believe it's programming the chip, but instead programming your car to work with that particular chip. I'm sure dealerships will make it sound hard, but I'm fairly certain it's something they can do in about 5 minutes or less.

kangjin

found the key...

But I guess it doesn't really help since the key type is different. I wonder if you can somehow just swap the tops of the keys? Maybe this is just a lost cause.

Belzebutt

I like the design of the VW keys... the key pops out of the remote like a switchblade. A friend of mine who has a Golf really likes it, and it seems more compact.

But the coolest thing is on the Prius, when you walk next to the car is senses the key and unlocks the door. Then you press "Start" with the key still in your pocket.

poltergeist

Probably 10-15 minutes, but you need a $2000+ Honda/Acura HDS/ADS Tester to communicate with the vehicle's Immobi. system.

keg1997

I don't know that it's a "big deal" but more an easier thing. Key + key fob = lots of stuff in your pocket. Add to that the same exact set-up for your other two cars and you start feeling like a janitor walking around. My wife and I were both stoked to see the keys on the Lexus and Honda and were definitely disappointed to see the arrangement on the TSX. Not a deal-breaker mind you....just a disappointment.