| Netminder1 |
| If I'm able to secure another (non-programmed) Remote Entry Thingy, does anyone know how to program it from either one of the two that came with the MDX (one for Mem 1, one for Mem 2)? |
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| TheWorm |
| It needs to be programmed at the dealer, and you need to bring your other 2 existing ones as they all have to be programmed at the same time. |
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| lausy |
I've attached instructions for programming a remote for an Odyssey which I believe should work for the MDX also. I found these instructions on odyclub.com site and they look like the same instructions to program a CRV remote I've in another site.
There's been some talk lately about "oooooo, how do I buy a new remote transmitter? I can't buy it from ebay or online or whatever, because the I won't be able to program it and will have to take it to the DREADED DEALER!"
It's time these programming instructions made it into the tech section. Here's how to take any EX remote transmitter and program it to your own Odyssey:
1) put key in ignition, and turn ignition to ON
2) press any key on remote
3) turn key to OFF
4) turn key to ON
5) press any key on remote
6) turn key to OFF
7) turn key to ON
8) press any key on remote
9) turn key OFF
10) turn key ON
11) press any key on remote. You should hear the power locks clunk.
12) Within a few seconds, press any key on remote again.
Voila.
This is probably a Honda standard. They've used a similar, and probably identical, procedure since the first CRV in 1997.
So go ahead, get that extra remote transmitter mail order or from ebay. You won't have to deal with the dealer just to program it. Honest. (In fact, you're not programming the remote unit at all; you're programming the receiver in the Odyssey so that it responds to that particular remote.)
Also, if you go to the following site and click on installation instruction for keyless entry for LX, you'll find additional instructions for programming a Honda remote.
http://www.handa-accessories.com/crvelect.html |
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| JIMDX |
Sounds simple enough!
So why do you need all of the other remotes around while you do this? |
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| TheWorm |
| Just checked the service manual...Lausy's right... |
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| BellTeck |
Well thats some lausy directions :D Sounds simple enough, first one who is successful attempting the programming please post your results :cool:
TECK! |
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| soesed |
| Hey now, ebay? What about Tim at Hondacuraworld? |
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| FengMD |
quote:
Originally posted by lausy
I've attached instructions for programming a remote for an Odyssey which I believe should work for the MDX also. I found these instructions on odyclub.com site and they look like the same instructions to program a CRV remote I've in another site.
There's been some talk lately about "oooooo, how do I buy a new remote transmitter? I can't buy it from ebay or online or whatever, because the I won't be able to program it and will have to take it to the DREADED DEALER!"
It's time these programming instructions made it into the tech section. Here's how to take any EX remote transmitter and program it to your own Odyssey:
1) put key in ignition, and turn ignition to ON
2) press any key on remote
3) turn key to OFF
4) turn key to ON
5) press any key on remote
6) turn key to OFF
7) turn key to ON
8) press any key on remote
9) turn key OFF
10) turn key ON
11) press any key on remote. You should hear the power locks clunk.
12) Within a few seconds, press any key on remote again.
Voila.
This is probably a Honda standard. They've used a similar, and probably identical, procedure since the first CRV in 1997.
So go ahead, get that extra remote transmitter mail order or from ebay. You won't have to deal with the dealer just to program it. Honest. (In fact, you're not programming the remote unit at all; you're programming the receiver in the Odyssey so that it responds to that particular remote.)
Also, if you go to the following site and click on installation instruction for keyless entry for LX, you'll find additional instructions for programming a Honda remote.
http://www.handa-accessories.com/crvelect.html
I just bought a new remote because my original was all scratched up. I followed the above instructions... works like a charm! Thanks Lausy.
Incidentally, I bought the remote brand new off of e-bay. I paid $32 for it plus $2 shipping. The seller seemed to have plenty in stock in case anyone is interested. If you want the seller's name, e-mail me and I will try to dig it up. |
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| lausy |
| Dave, glad to be of service. Least I could do since you were the one that suggested the platium bulbs which I love. |
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| -=Ice-T=- |
| I WOULD buy a new remote, but it wont look as nice as the one the dealer gave me :p |
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| FengMD |
quote:
Originally posted by -=Ice-T=-
I WOULD buy a new remote, but it wont look as nice as the one the dealer gave me :p
Actually, the replacement remote is IDENTICAL to the original remote. Gunmetal two-tone silver with the big Acura "A" logo on the back. You can even chose remote 1 or remote 2 for the linked seat position function. |
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| tdnone |
On the original dealer supplied remote, there is a sticker stating L1 or L2, meaning driver 1 or 2. It is purely for visual identification purpose, not any relation to which linked seat position. My question is: does the new repote unit also have the sticker and you can choose which one to attach to the remote?
FengMD,
Can you provide the name of the supplier, e-mail so the rest of the board can make use of it when needed. Thanks. |
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| FengMD |
quote:
Originally posted by tdnone
On the original dealer supplied remote, there is a sticker stating L1 or L2, meaning driver 1 or 2. It is purely for visual identification purpose, not any relation to which linked seat position. My question is: does the new repote unit also have the sticker and you can choose which one to attach to the remote?
FengMD,
Can you provide the name of the supplier, e-mail so the rest of the board can make use of it when needed. Thanks.
tdnone:
The "L1" and "L2" are actually little graphics for the seat followed by "1" or "2". If you have memory seats (ie touring package) each remote is linked to it's respective memory position (1 or 2). After disarming/unlocking with either remote, the chair will be positioned to that remote's memory position when you open the door. Even if you do have memory seats, this function has to be activated on the remote by pressing "lock" and "unlock" at the same time and holding. When the little led flashes twice that means the memory function us unlinked. When it flashes one long flash, the memory function is linked.
If you do not have memory seats, then I guess the above is all academic!
The email for the individual that sold me a brand new remote
is:
z71113@hotmail.com
I was able to chose which one I wanted.. memory 1 or memory 2. The remote is an OEM identical to the remotes that came with the car. |
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| tdnone |
| Thanks, FengMD. I have the touring model and knew how to erase and set up memory seat. The real question I have - and perhaps not making quite clear - is whether the newly bought remote come with a choice of sticker L1 or L2 (seat 1 or 2). The only way I can differentiate the two sets of ket/remote is by looking at the sticker on the remote (since the key are identical). We both do not include any other keys with the 'DX key chain and want to keep the set simple by not adding anything else. Just curious for the time being since bot sets are still looked prettery new. |
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| FengMD |
Yes, when I won the auction on e-bay, the seller offered me the option of driver 1 or driver 2 remote. When it arrived, sure enough it had the little "1" on the back identical to the original remote. When you program a new remote using lausy's instructions above, the remote automatically sets itself to the appropriate memory seat function (i.e. my replacement remote was for driver 1, when i programmed the remote, it set itself to the linked function with memory position 1).
Hope this helps. |
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| MHarnois |
Should I be able to use these instructions to teach my MDX how to use my TL remote? It is not working for me.
It would be great to use the same remote for both cars. |
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| FengMD |
quote:
Originally posted by MHarnois
Should I be able to use these instructions to teach my MDX how to use my TL remote? It is not working for me.
It would be great to use the same remote for both cars.
MHarnois:
I don't think the MDX learns to use the remote. I believe that the remote learns to control the MDX. Maybe once a remote has been programmed, it can not be reprogrammed to another vehicle (maybe there is some way to reset it). Anyway, I don't think the remotes are equipped to control two different cars. |
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| FengMD |
quote:
Originally posted by tdnone
Thanks, FengMD. I have the touring model and knew how to erase and set up memory seat. The real question I have - and perhaps not making quite clear - is whether the newly bought remote come with a choice of sticker L1 or L2 (seat 1 or 2). The only way I can differentiate the two sets of ket/remote is by looking at the sticker on the remote (since the key are identical). We both do not include any other keys with the 'DX key chain and want to keep the set simple by not adding anything else. Just curious for the time being since bot sets are still looked prettery new.
TDNONE:
One option for you is to buy a new Honda remote. They work the same, and can be programmed exactly like the original Acura remotes. They are all black (for newer models). This way you can tell which key belongs to who from across the room. You can even buy a driver 1 or driver 2 remote and maintain the linked memory seat function. I've seen several of these on e-bay. Check out
http://search.ebay.com/search/searc...ry=honda+remote
Hope this helps. |
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| MHarnois |
| I may have to go with the color coded remotes too. Black (Honda) for the black MDX and Silver (Acura) for the Silver TL. Thanks for the suggestion. |
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| FengMD |
quote:
Originally posted by MHarnois
I may have to go with the color coded remotes too. Black (Honda) for the black MDX and Silver (Acura) for the Silver TL. Thanks for the suggestion.
I just ran a search on e-bay for "acura remote" and there are a few black remotes out there. Before the nice silver Acura remotes came out, the Acura remotes were black just like the Honda remotes. This may be your best bet since the black Acura remotes should also easily program to your MDX. Just to be on the safe side... maybe you should call the dealer parts department and double check on all the compatibility issues. Just make sure that whoever you talk to knows what they are talking about!
Check out:
http://search.ebay.com/search/searc...ry=acura+remote |
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| MDXplosion |
| How is the original Mnf. alarm on the MDX? Is it a good one? Will it allow me to control the windows and sunroof if I wanted to set it up to do so? Get it to have it remote start? I am concerned about this and hope it is compatible and able to handle these functions, if not then I am going to have to have an aftermarket alarm system installed. Any feedback would be appreciated. |
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| proskunetes |
Has anyone tried a different remote on their MDX? By "different", I mean a honda remote transmitter or another acura car remote.
I'm curious if the FCC numbers have to match exactly? Has anyone tried another remote other than the original MDX remote and got it to work? If so, can you post the FCC number that works... |
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| Dec/Jan |
Hi,
I was able to program a new fob and it worked successfully, but then my two old fobs stopped working. If I re-program them, then the new one stops working.
It was my understanding that we are programming the fob and not the car, so this should not happen. Any ideas? This is on my TL rather than my wife's MDX, but the system is the same, I believe.
thanks,
Baffled in Boulder |
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| davegood |
I just programmed my sister in law's 2002 CRV fobs, and the instructions are the same as posted here, with the following addition. By the way, there is a max a 3 programmed fobs/car.
quote:
1) put key in ignition, and turn ignition to ON
2) press any key on remote
3) turn key to OFF
4) turn key to ON
5) press any key on remote
6) turn key to OFF
7) turn key to ON
8) press any key on remote
9) turn key OFF
10) turn key ON
11) press any key on remote. You should hear the power locks clunk.
12) Within a few seconds, press any key on remote again.
step number 12 should actually read 'press one button on each of the additional remotes. So, one you program one remote, press the lock button on up to two additional remotes. This ensures that all remotes are on the same circuit. You have to do this within 10 seconds of step #11.
Good luck |
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| Dec/Jan |
I never would have guessed that in a million years.
I'll try it out when I get the car back. I dropped it at the instaler today to finally pull out that Bose head unit. Yippeee.;) |
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| davegood |
| No problem, and let me know how it goes. |
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| MDX Extremist28 |
| what did you type in the search box when you wanted to find the keys, i typed in some things but nothing came up.:confused: |
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| MHarnois |
Davegood,
Thanks to your tip about step 12, I've been able to add one of the TL remote to operate the MDX. I would like to program both TL remotes and only use these two to control the MDX and the TL but the MDX does not want to learn the second TL remote. Did I reach the maximum of three remotes? How can I clear the list and start fresh with only the TL remotes.
P.S. I want to use the TL remotes because they have all the buttons needed to control both cars. |
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| rwx |
I just tried the same instruction and it works. But I guess MDX doesn't accept non-Honda remote. I tried my Maxima's remote at step 12 and there is no response.
Does anyone know if there is such thing as an universal keyless remote like those for home A/V.
Thanks.
-- Ron |
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| AcuraMDX2002 |
| I programmed my MDX and my TL-S to use the same remote, but I couldn't get my 99 CL to accept the MDX/TL remote. |
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| DoctorJ |
| I couldn't get my Accord 2000 remote to work with MDX. MDX remote wouldn't work with the Accord either:( I guess honda remotes are not compatible with Acura. |
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| playamdx |
| can someone tell me where i can get mdx keys cheap, dealers are asking too much |
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| srpbep |
quote:
TheWorm wrote:
Oops - Brain Fart
Just checked the service manual...Lausy's right...
TheWorm,
Acutually, I think you were thinking about the ignition keys. There, I think you do need the others. |
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| claw28 |
Remote transmitter questions
What was the answer to proskunete's question asking if fob's FCC numbers have to match exactly?
In other words, I should only buy new fobs with the same FCC as my old ones from eBay (i.e. new and old fob FCCs have to match). Right???
Thanks & Happy Holidays,
Claw28 |
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| stratosman |
| I got a second remote...if I do this will my original one still work also? |
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| midnightMDX |
| Usually depends on which number is on the back. #1 and #2 remote. |
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| tygger |
quote:
Originally posted by midnightMDX
Usually depends on which number is on the back. #1 and #2 remote.
Can anyone confirm if this is true? In a earlier post, it was mentioned that the #1 and #2 on the remote was purely for identificaiton purposes. |
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| polyian |
You can program a maximum of 3 remotes and they must all be programmed at the same time. Any 2 of them can be linked to memory positions and the third will lock and unlock the doors only. As described above the linking is done after the programming of all remotes is complete. Any one of the remotes can be linked as Memory 1 or Memory 2...whichever is linked first becomes Memory 1.
You can get used OEM MDX remotes off Ebay that look like new and cost less that $20. They are easy to program as described above but you have to program all three consecutively. When you start programming, any previous programming is wiped out so you must complete all of the remotes in the same programming sequence. Have all three lined up ready when you start as timing is critical.
It is a fairly simple process...you don't need to pay the dealer. The instructions are above and also readily available with a Google search. |
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| polyian |
Here is a link to the instructions posted on an earlier thread in this forum.
http://acuramdx.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=18979 |
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