Our KeyFobs are Trash...
06-19-2014, 11:38 AM
#1
OG
Thread Starter
Our KeyFobs are Trash...
Ok so we bought nice cars, but the MDX got a way better fob... some of us that have the remote start option have TWO Fobs
Since i do basically nothing at work, i'm going to try and fix it
First i've found all the replacement parts for your scratched and abused keyfob
For those that want to "refresh" your keyfob with some brand new parts
Here is the list...
72148-TX4-A01 TOP of Fob $18.28
72149-TK4-A71 Lower RDX Fob w/ Driver 1 $20.63
72149-TK4-A81 Lower RDX Fob w/ Driver 2 $20.63
35112-TK4-A01 Removeable Key Cap $14.90
After that is done i'll be getting an MDX keyfob and working on putting our internals into that and seeing how it turns out
It looks like all the internals line up so i'd just have to figure out the key part.
Hope this is helpful for us that are anal.
Sad we have to do this on new cars!!
Since i do basically nothing at work, i'm going to try and fix it
First i've found all the replacement parts for your scratched and abused keyfob
For those that want to "refresh" your keyfob with some brand new parts
Here is the list...
72148-TX4-A01 TOP of Fob $18.28
72149-TK4-A71 Lower RDX Fob w/ Driver 1 $20.63
72149-TK4-A81 Lower RDX Fob w/ Driver 2 $20.63
35112-TK4-A01 Removeable Key Cap $14.90
After that is done i'll be getting an MDX keyfob and working on putting our internals into that and seeing how it turns out
It looks like all the internals line up so i'd just have to figure out the key part.
Hope this is helpful for us that are anal.
Sad we have to do this on new cars!!
Last edited by Type X; 06-19-2014 at 11:45 AM.
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ottoman101 (06-23-2014)
06-19-2014, 12:40 PM
#2
I don't have an MDX, so it's not clear to me what is better about the MDX key fob. The main thing I've heard about is the silver paint getting scratched easily on the RDX key fob. Are there other issues? Can you elaborate? Thanks,
Gregg
Gregg
06-19-2014, 12:51 PM
#3
OG
Thread Starter
https://acurazine.com/forums/car-parts-sale-361/2014-3g-acura-mdx-key-fobs-%2A%2A%2Alike-new%2A%2A%2A-901579/
06-19-2014, 02:46 PM
#5
Instructor
Sorry I don't have the link but there were rubber FOB covers available that I ordered and swear by. I think they cost $5 including shipping. Yes it's dumb that we have to pay anything but I'd rather pay $5 than getting a new FOB.
06-19-2014, 02:51 PM
#6
OG
Thread Starter
I bought those a while ago, don't fit well
06-19-2014, 03:19 PM
#7
Thats a great idea!
Ill have to check back on this thread once you've finished the project. Ill be next in line to replace my keyfob. Im already on keyfob #2.
Until then, for others, Id suggest the leather cover over the rubber/silicon ones. I always thought those just looked cheap.
I plan on handing the cover over to my friends mom to restitch it in grey or black. Not a fan of red accenting.
Ill have to check back on this thread once you've finished the project. Ill be next in line to replace my keyfob. Im already on keyfob #2.
Until then, for others, Id suggest the leather cover over the rubber/silicon ones. I always thought those just looked cheap.
I plan on handing the cover over to my friends mom to restitch it in grey or black. Not a fan of red accenting.
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06-19-2014, 04:35 PM
#8
I'm rough on keys but the RDX key is ridiculous. First day I got my RDX I dropped both keys because I had just taken it home and didn't separate the keys yet 
The one for the MDX is a lot nicer, I feel that the shiny part on the back will get worn over time..
The one for the MDX is a lot nicer, I feel that the shiny part on the back will get worn over time..
06-19-2014, 05:25 PM
#9
Burning Brakes
Same thing with 4G TL key fob. Mine looks like cr@p after 1 year. The MDX one is much better.
06-23-2014, 12:41 PM
#10
Advanced
Please tell us how he MDX shell works out. I got a loaner MDX and didn't want to give it back because of the key...not really... Just everything... BSM, LKAS, jewel eye, the two screens... Lol the point is, please help us. Did I forget? SH-AWD!!!
06-23-2014, 04:23 PM
#11
Instructor
It's funny you posted this thread. Just last week I started thinking of getting silver nail polish or something and repainting it. It's just so embarrassing to take out of my pocket looking like it does.
I wonder if it's possible to have an MDX key fob programed for an RDX?
I wonder if it's possible to have an MDX key fob programed for an RDX?
06-24-2014, 07:23 AM
#14
I'm not so much a detail guy; but has anyone tried to buff off the remaining 'chrome' to leave a black fob? I might consider digging around to find the rotary high-speed tool and a polishing attachment.
I shelved the idea of the spray-on bed-liner as a fix
I shelved the idea of the spray-on bed-liner as a fix
06-24-2014, 09:02 AM
#15
Racer
I was at a party last weekend and met a couple of people that were really nice. We hit if off talking about our local pro basketball team and other mundane stuff. Great couple. That was until I saw their key fob. It had a scratch on it and the edges were a little worn. Boy, was I fooled that they were classy people. Nobody should walk around with that eyesore and it just indicated to me that they were not the type of people that I want to hang with. LOL!
Come on, these are keyfobs which spend(when not laying on a kitchen table at home) 99% of the time in our pockets or purses. And when they are out in the open it is usually momentary. Is resale value at stake? Do you think anyone else really cares what your keyfob looks like? I totally understand keeping things nice and new looking as possible but to a point. I have had my RDX for almost two years and my keyfob is actually in pretty good shape. Maybe I'm a little more careful with it than the average person but I just don't see the big problem.
Please don't take me wrong....to each his own and I wish you the best in your search for protecting your keyfob from unsightly blemishes and I agree that if it bothers a lot of people Acura should upgrade it. Another reason I'm not interested in covers and such is that I really don't want to add any more bulk/weight to my pocket than is absolutely necessary. I apologize in advance if I hurt anyone's feelings and fully realize that I haven't added much to the "fix" here but just wanted to add a little perspective and second opinion.
Come on, these are keyfobs which spend(when not laying on a kitchen table at home) 99% of the time in our pockets or purses. And when they are out in the open it is usually momentary. Is resale value at stake? Do you think anyone else really cares what your keyfob looks like? I totally understand keeping things nice and new looking as possible but to a point. I have had my RDX for almost two years and my keyfob is actually in pretty good shape. Maybe I'm a little more careful with it than the average person but I just don't see the big problem.
Please don't take me wrong....to each his own and I wish you the best in your search for protecting your keyfob from unsightly blemishes and I agree that if it bothers a lot of people Acura should upgrade it. Another reason I'm not interested in covers and such is that I really don't want to add any more bulk/weight to my pocket than is absolutely necessary. I apologize in advance if I hurt anyone's feelings and fully realize that I haven't added much to the "fix" here but just wanted to add a little perspective and second opinion.
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06-24-2014, 05:34 PM
#17
OG
Thread Starter
It's funny you posted this thread. Just last week I started thinking of getting silver nail polish or something and repainting it. It's just so embarrassing to take out of my pocket looking like it does.
I wonder if it's possible to have an MDX key fob programed for an RDX?
I wonder if it's possible to have an MDX key fob programed for an RDX?
The MDX key fob is next in the que, new parts came in today and looks good as brand newt
06-24-2014, 06:47 PM
#18
Drifting
I was at a party last weekend and met a couple of people that were really nice. We hit if off talking about our local pro basketball team and other mundane stuff. Great couple. That was until I saw their key fob. It had a scratch on it and the edges were a little worn. Boy, was I fooled that they were classy people. Nobody should walk around with that eyesore and it just indicated to me that they were not the type of people that I want to hang with. LOL!
Come on, these are keyfobs which spend(when not laying on a kitchen table at home) 99% of the time in our pockets or purses. And when they are out in the open it is usually momentary. Is resale value at stake? Do you think anyone else really cares what your keyfob looks like? I totally understand keeping things nice and new looking as possible but to a point. I have had my RDX for almost two years and my keyfob is actually in pretty good shape. Maybe I'm a little more careful with it than the average person but I just don't see the big problem.
Please don't take me wrong....to each his own and I wish you the best in your search for protecting your keyfob from unsightly blemishes and I agree that if it bothers a lot of people Acura should upgrade it. Another reason I'm not interested in covers and such is that I really don't want to add any more bulk/weight to my pocket than is absolutely necessary. I apologize in advance if I hurt anyone's feelings and fully realize that I haven't added much to the "fix" here but just wanted to add a little perspective and second opinion.
Come on, these are keyfobs which spend(when not laying on a kitchen table at home) 99% of the time in our pockets or purses. And when they are out in the open it is usually momentary. Is resale value at stake? Do you think anyone else really cares what your keyfob looks like? I totally understand keeping things nice and new looking as possible but to a point. I have had my RDX for almost two years and my keyfob is actually in pretty good shape. Maybe I'm a little more careful with it than the average person but I just don't see the big problem.
Please don't take me wrong....to each his own and I wish you the best in your search for protecting your keyfob from unsightly blemishes and I agree that if it bothers a lot of people Acura should upgrade it. Another reason I'm not interested in covers and such is that I really don't want to add any more bulk/weight to my pocket than is absolutely necessary. I apologize in advance if I hurt anyone's feelings and fully realize that I haven't added much to the "fix" here but just wanted to add a little perspective and second opinion.
06-24-2014, 07:30 PM
#19
OG
Thread Starter
Its dull grey underneath, not black
06-24-2014, 08:07 PM
#20
Racer
06-24-2014, 08:57 PM
#21
I was at a party last weekend and met a couple of people that were really nice. We hit if off talking about our local pro basketball team and other mundane stuff. Great couple. That was until I saw their key fob. It had a scratch on it and the edges were a little worn. Boy, was I fooled that they were classy people. Nobody should walk around with that eyesore and it just indicated to me that they were not the type of people that I want to hang with. LOL!
Come on, these are keyfobs which spend(when not laying on a kitchen table at home) 99% of the time in our pockets or purses. And when they are out in the open it is usually momentary. Is resale value at stake? Do you think anyone else really cares what your keyfob looks like? I totally understand keeping things nice and new looking as possible but to a point. I have had my RDX for almost two years and my keyfob is actually in pretty good shape. Maybe I'm a little more careful with it than the average person but I just don't see the big problem.
Please don't take me wrong....to each his own and I wish you the best in your search for protecting your keyfob from unsightly blemishes and I agree that if it bothers a lot of people Acura should upgrade it. Another reason I'm not interested in covers and such is that I really don't want to add any more bulk/weight to my pocket than is absolutely necessary. I apologize in advance if I hurt anyone's feelings and fully realize that I haven't added much to the "fix" here but just wanted to add a little perspective and second opinion.
Come on, these are keyfobs which spend(when not laying on a kitchen table at home) 99% of the time in our pockets or purses. And when they are out in the open it is usually momentary. Is resale value at stake? Do you think anyone else really cares what your keyfob looks like? I totally understand keeping things nice and new looking as possible but to a point. I have had my RDX for almost two years and my keyfob is actually in pretty good shape. Maybe I'm a little more careful with it than the average person but I just don't see the big problem.
Please don't take me wrong....to each his own and I wish you the best in your search for protecting your keyfob from unsightly blemishes and I agree that if it bothers a lot of people Acura should upgrade it. Another reason I'm not interested in covers and such is that I really don't want to add any more bulk/weight to my pocket than is absolutely necessary. I apologize in advance if I hurt anyone's feelings and fully realize that I haven't added much to the "fix" here but just wanted to add a little perspective and second opinion.
06-25-2014, 07:29 PM
#22
not a huge deal that the key fob is a POS. but the rate in which my decent key fob turned to POS status is indeed embarrassing. Not for me, but for Acura and whoever the genius was that designed it.
My thoughts and prayers go out to well made key fobs all over the world. May you never suffer such a tragic fate.
My thoughts and prayers go out to well made key fobs all over the world. May you never suffer such a tragic fate.
06-25-2014, 08:20 PM
#23
Drifting
not a huge deal that the key fob is a POS. but the rate in which my decent key fob turned to POS status is indeed embarrassing. Not for me, but for Acura and whoever the genius was that designed it.
My thoughts and prayers go out to well made key fobs all over the world. May you never suffer such a tragic fate.
My thoughts and prayers go out to well made key fobs all over the world. May you never suffer such a tragic fate.
06-25-2014, 11:38 PM
#24
06-26-2014, 11:35 AM
#25
Thats a great idea!
Ill have to check back on this thread once you've finished the project. Ill be next in line to replace my keyfob. Im already on keyfob #2.
Until then, for others, Id suggest the leather cover over the rubber/silicon ones. I always thought those just looked cheap.
I plan on handing the cover over to my friends mom to restitch it in grey or black. Not a fan of red accenting.
Ill have to check back on this thread once you've finished the project. Ill be next in line to replace my keyfob. Im already on keyfob #2.
Until then, for others, Id suggest the leather cover over the rubber/silicon ones. I always thought those just looked cheap.
I plan on handing the cover over to my friends mom to restitch it in grey or black. Not a fan of red accenting.
06-26-2014, 05:30 PM
#26
David_Dude
What I think Acura should do, is replace the silver/painted pieces of the keyfob with chrome, or stainless steel metal. That would be a classy feel/look.
Just typing my thoughts out after reading this thread.
Just typing my thoughts out after reading this thread.
06-27-2014, 07:56 PM
#27
Advanced
Acc20yrs,
You can get them off ebay. they are listed for TL/ZDX/etc. but pretty much the same key.
BTW, this doesn't have the Acura Logo on the back, I don't know why but I couldn't find those.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Leather-Remote-Key-Chain-Holder-Case-Cover-Fob-for-Acura-MDX-ZDX-RL-TL-/230824629221?pt=Apparel_Merchandise&hash=item35be3853e5&vxp=mtr
Also if you're interested, the colorful silicon ones,
http://www.high-end-motorsports.com/...luMQrb_GHw_wcB
You can get them off ebay. they are listed for TL/ZDX/etc. but pretty much the same key.
BTW, this doesn't have the Acura Logo on the back, I don't know why but I couldn't find those.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Leather-Remote-Key-Chain-Holder-Case-Cover-Fob-for-Acura-MDX-ZDX-RL-TL-/230824629221?pt=Apparel_Merchandise&hash=item35be3853e5&vxp=mtr
Also if you're interested, the colorful silicon ones,
http://www.high-end-motorsports.com/...luMQrb_GHw_wcB
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Acc20yrs (06-30-2014)
06-27-2014, 08:11 PM
#28
^that same link is the only one I can find on ebay today.
They have sold 175 and have more than 10 available so I dont think theyll run out anytime soon.
I love mine. The button sometimes gets caught in my pocket, but I also wear tapered cuts so Im sure anyone with straight or relaxed fit wont have that issue.
Also, as you can see in the ad the button is black. Mine wore off to silver. But its a nice uniform silver that looks better than the black because it matches the rest of the silver in the buckle area.
The leather (if it is real leather, for 5 bucks I doubt it but it says genuine leather) looks good still after a lot of use. I dont have to take my keys out of pocket to start my car but I have to use them for work everyday multiple times a day going in and out of my pocket. Its lasting like a champ.
They have sold 175 and have more than 10 available so I dont think theyll run out anytime soon.
I love mine. The button sometimes gets caught in my pocket, but I also wear tapered cuts so Im sure anyone with straight or relaxed fit wont have that issue.
Also, as you can see in the ad the button is black. Mine wore off to silver. But its a nice uniform silver that looks better than the black because it matches the rest of the silver in the buckle area.
The leather (if it is real leather, for 5 bucks I doubt it but it says genuine leather) looks good still after a lot of use. I dont have to take my keys out of pocket to start my car but I have to use them for work everyday multiple times a day going in and out of my pocket. Its lasting like a champ.
Last edited by usdmJON; 06-27-2014 at 08:15 PM.
06-30-2014, 08:29 AM
#29
Acc20yrs,
You can get them off ebay. they are listed for TL/ZDX/etc. but pretty much the same key.
BTW, this doesn't have the Acura Logo on the back, I don't know why but I couldn't find those.
Genuine Leather Remote Key Chain Holder Case Cover Fob for Acura MDX ZDX RL TL | eBay
Also if you're interested, the colorful silicon ones,
http://www.high-end-motorsports.com/...luMQrb_GHw_wcB
You can get them off ebay. they are listed for TL/ZDX/etc. but pretty much the same key.
BTW, this doesn't have the Acura Logo on the back, I don't know why but I couldn't find those.
Genuine Leather Remote Key Chain Holder Case Cover Fob for Acura MDX ZDX RL TL | eBay
Also if you're interested, the colorful silicon ones,
http://www.high-end-motorsports.com/...luMQrb_GHw_wcB
07-17-2014, 12:35 PM
#30
[QUOTE=AcucaDude;15063240]Acc20yrs,
You can get them off ebay. they are listed for TL/ZDX/etc. but pretty much the same key.
BTW, this doesn't have the Acura Logo on the back, I don't know why but I couldn't find those.
I got my two FOBs covers a week ago and so far I'm satisfied. They do have the Acura logo on the back. Thanks again!
You can get them off ebay. they are listed for TL/ZDX/etc. but pretty much the same key.
BTW, this doesn't have the Acura Logo on the back, I don't know why but I couldn't find those.
I got my two FOBs covers a week ago and so far I'm satisfied. They do have the Acura logo on the back. Thanks again!
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