HOW TO GUIDE: Honda Del Sol RKE Keyfob Programming

Honda Del Sol RKE Keyfob Programming

Detailed yet easy-to-follow instructions on how to program the RKE Keyfob that came standard on Honda Del Sol, Honda CR-X del Sol, Honda Civic del Sol, Honda CRX manufactured in 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, and 1997. You are able to complete this task on your own; simply adhere to the guidelines that are provided below.

Honda Del Sol 1992-1993 RKE Keyfob Programming

  1. Enter Programming Mode – Step 1

    LOCATE the keyless entry system control module in your vehicle (likely located beneath the Driver’s seat).

  2. Enter Programming Mode – Step 2

    LOCATE the keyless entry memory chip compartment on the control module.

  3. Enter Programming Mode – Step 3

    REMOVE the circuit board compartment cover and REMOVE the keyless entry memory chip.

  4. Enter Programming Mode – Step 4

    REPLACE the chip with the replacement chip that you were sent with your replacement remote to ENTER Programming Mode.

  5. Program Remote – Step 1

    LOCATE the small “Reset Button” next to the keyless entry memory chip cover on the control module.

  6. Program Remote – Step 2

    PRESS the “Reset Button” for a few seconds in order to ACTIVATE your new remote.

  7. Test Remotes

    TEST all remotes. Programming is now complete.

Programming Notes:

  • Verify the following prior to following these instructions:
    • Your vehicle is equipped with keyless entry, and
    • You have a key fob remote that is compatible with your vehicle.
  • Obtain ALL remote transmitters for this vehicle.
  • You will need the original remote’s memory chip on hand in order to successfully program a new remote. This will be found in the keyless entry system control module, not the remote itself.

Honda Del Sol 1994-1997 RKE Keyfob Programming

  1. Prepare Vehicle

    TURN Ignition to the ON (II) position.

  2. Enter Programming Mode

    PRESS and HOLD the VALET/DISARM Button located between the AM/FM and CD/TAPE Buttons. The vehicle will respond by cycling the door locks LOCK/UNLOCK, indicating successful entry into Programming Mode. HOLD the VALET/DISARM Button UNTIL instructed to RELEASE.

  3. Program Remote

    WITHIN 5 seconds, PRESS the LOCK or UNLOCK Button on the remote. The vehicle will respond by cycling the door locks LOCK/UNLOCK, indicating successful programming of the remote.

  4. Program Additional Remotes

    WITHIN 10 seconds, REPEAT Step 3 to program any additional remotes.

  5. Exit Programming Mode

    RELEASE the VALET/DISARM Button to EXIT Programming Mode.

  6. Test Remotes

    TEST all remotes. Programming is now complete.

Programming Notes:

  • Verify the following prior to following these instructions:
    • Your vehicle is equipped with keyless entry, and
    • You have a key fob remote that is compatible with your vehicle.
  • Obtain ALL remote transmitters for this vehicle.
  • You MUST have the original factory radio for this procedure to work.

Thank you very much! This tutorial was compiled and researched by Erwin Salarda.