Honda MR-V RKE Keyfob Programming
Programming instructions for the RKE Keyfob that may be used with any Honda MR-V produced between 2002 and 2008, including the 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008 models.
Honda MR-V RKE Keyfob Programming Procedure 1
- Prepare Vehicle
TURN Ignition to the ON (II) position (just shy of cranking engine).
- 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.
- 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.
- Program Additional Remotes
WITHIN 10 seconds, REPEAT Step 3 to program any additional remotes.
- Exit Programming Mode
RELEASE the VALET/DISARM Button to EXIT Programming Mode.
- 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.
Honda MR-V RKE Keyfob Programming Procedure 2
- Prepare Vehicle
ENTER the vehicle and CLOSE and UNLOCK ALL doors.
- Prepare Remote(s)
INSERT the key into the Ignition, HOLD one remote in your left hand with additional remotes close by.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 1
EACH of the following steps MUST be completed within 5 seconds of one another. REPEAT these steps 3 times:
a. TURN the Ignition to the ON (II) position.
b. PRESS and HOLD the LOCK button on the remote for approximately 1 second.
c. TURN the Ignition to the LOCK (0) position.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 2
TURN the Ignition to the ON (II) position.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 3
PRESS the LOCK button on the same remote. The door locks will cycle LOCK / UNLOCK indicating the vehicle has successfully entered Programming Mode.
- Program Remote
WITHIN 5 seconds, PRESS the LOCK button AGAIN on the same remote. The door locks should cycle again LOCK / UNLOCK indicating the vehicle has successfully PROGRAMMED the remote.
- Program Additional Remotes
To Program any additional remotes to your vehicle, REPEAT Step 6 with each additional remote one after another WITHIN 5 seconds of one another.
- EXIT Programming Mode
TURN the ignition to LOCK (0) and REMOVE the key to EXIT Programming Mode.
- Trunk Release Programming
After successful programming, if your remote has a TRUNK RELEASE Button — you will need to PRESS and HOLD that button down for 5-10 seconds for that function to begin operation.
- Test Remotes
EXIT vehicle, CLOSE all doors and 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.
- If you have a remote head key with a transponder chip, this procedure will ONLY program the remote portion. You’ll need a Professional Auto Locksmith to cut and program the transponder key that will start the vehicle.
- If you have a remote head key without a transponder chip, this procedure WILL work for your vehicle.
- This procedure DOES NOT work for smart proximity remote key fobs.
- You MAY program up to 3 remotes to your vehicle.
Honda MR-V RKE Keyfob Programming Procedure 3
- Prepare Vehicle
ENTER the vehicle and CLOSE and UNLOCK ALL doors.
- Prepare Remote(s)
INSERT the key into the Ignition, HOLD one remote in your left hand with additional remotes close by.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 1
EACH of the following steps MUST be completed within 5 seconds of one another. REPEAT these steps 3 times:
a. TURN the Ignition to the ON (II) position.
b. PRESS and HOLD the LOCK button on the remote for approximately 1 second.
c. TURN the Ignition to the LOCK (0) position.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 2
TURN the Ignition to the ON (II) position.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 3
PRESS the LOCK button on the same remote. The door locks will cycle LOCK / UNLOCK indicating the vehicle has successfully entered Programming Mode.
- Program Remote
WITHIN 5 seconds, PRESS the LOCK button AGAIN on the same remote. The door locks should cycle again LOCK / UNLOCK indicating the vehicle has successfully PROGRAMMED the remote.
- Program Additional Remotes
To Program any additional remotes to your vehicle, REPEAT Step 6 with each additional remote one after another WITHIN 5 seconds of one another.
- EXIT Programming Mode
TURN the ignition to LOCK (0) and REMOVE the key to EXIT Programming Mode.
- Trunk Release Programming
After successful programming, if your remote has a TRUNK RELEASE Button — you will need to PRESS and HOLD that button down for 5-10 seconds for that function to begin operation.
- Test Remotes
EXIT vehicle, CLOSE all doors and 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.
- If you have a remote head key with a transponder chip, this procedure will ONLY program the remote portion. You’ll need a Professional Auto Locksmith to cut and program the transponder key that will start the vehicle.
- If you have a remote head key without a transponder chip, this procedure WILL work for your vehicle.
- This procedure DOES NOT work for smart proximity remote key fobs.
- You MAY program up to 3 remotes to your vehicle.
Honda MR-V RKE Keyfob Programming Procedure 4
- Prepare Vehicle
ENTER the vehicle and CLOSE and UNLOCK ALL doors.
- Prepare Remote(s)
INSERT the key into the Ignition, HOLD one remote in your left hand with additional remotes close by.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 1
EACH of the following steps MUST be completed within 5 seconds of one another. REPEAT these steps 4 times:
a. TURN the Ignition to the ON (II) position. WAIT for a quiet clicking sound from the vehicle.
b. PRESS and HOLD the LOCK button on the remote for approximately 1 second.
c. TURN the Ignition to the OFF (I) position.
d. During the fourth (4) cycle of these steps, the door locks should cycle LOCK/UNLOCK indicating the vehicle has successfully entered Programming Mode.
- Program Remote
WITHIN 5 seconds, PRESS the LOCK button AGAIN on the same remote. The door locks should cycle LOCK/UNLOCK again indicating the vehicle has successfully PROGRAMMED that remote.
- Program Additional Remotes
To Program any additional remotes to your vehicle, REPEAT Step 4 with each additional remote one after another WITHIN 5 seconds of one another.
- EXIT Programming Mode
TURN the ignition to OFF (I) and REMOVE the key to EXIT Programming Mode.
- Trunk Release Programming
After successful programming, if your remote has a TRUNK RELEASE Button — you will need to PRESS and HOLD that button down for 5-10 seconds for that function to begin operation.
- Test Remotes
EXIT vehicle, CLOSE all doors and 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.
- If you have a remote head key with a transponder chip, this procedure will ONLY program the remote portion. You’ll need a Professional Auto Locksmith to cut and program the transponder key that will start the vehicle.
- If you have a remote head key without a transponder chip, this procedure WILL work for your vehicle.
- You MUST CLOSE ALL doors and the rear liftgate/trunk in order for this programming procedure to work.
- This procedure DOES NOT work for smart proximity remote key fobs.
- You MAY program up to 3 remotes to your vehicle.