Just bought a 1998 R and it came with what I THINK is the original key. Looks a lot like the knock off "Type R" keys you see on Ebay. Does anyone have a picture of what the key SHOULD look like? Im looking to replace it as this one is fairly worn and wanted to match the orignal.

 

http://www.google.com/search?q=1998+...=1382&bih=1491

 

Thats pretty much what mine looks like only the "Integra type R" section is all smashed in. Seems like a real cheap/thin material at that point. Wasn't sure if that meant it was a knock off or not.

 

Mine is original and the Integra Type-R metal section is also indented and not in great shape.

 

The Type R key blank is still available from the dealer, p/n

35113-ST7-Z01 KEY, BLANK (TYPE R)

I bought one from our 97 last summer. Take the blank to a local locksmith or the Home Depot/Lowe's to get it cut.

 

Does the Key to be reprogrammed or anything? I heard you need to buy a transponder bypass kit if you want to get one of those keys cut for an ITR???

 

You won't need to re-program it.

It was the 2000 and 2001 that had the immobilizer, so those keys would need to be re-programmed.

Edit: To be a little bit more clear, the key needs to be re-programmed because the 2000 and 2001 ECU needs it. So if your car was 1998, you wouldn't have to worry about it.

 

i still have my original key but its in poor condition.

 

they shouldnt cut car keys or have the proper tools to do so
just take it to the dealership with copy of your INS and DL to show proof of ownership and wont be a big deal

 

I work for Home Depot and I can assure you that we can and do have the proper tools to make a 97/98 R key.. we will not however make a 00/01. All Home Depots that have a key making station are equipped with Access brand auto key replicating system, this is a very high quality system that when used properly (by a half decent associate) can make a flawless copy of a key. The key I believe will be a number 27 in the line up of key choices.


Most stock 98 keys will be dented and banged up with the stock silver paint worn off the metal portion exposing the bare metal.

 

Well my car is an 01', so then that's bad news for me then

 

you can get whats called "copy key" or "T5" if you have the original key still
It copies the program from the org key so no need to reprogram your car for the new key
P#35113-S84-T5
thats the Honda P# anyway not sure what acura's one is though. But you can be cool and have a H on your key instead of an A
plus only $25 for a programmed cut key from the Dealership and should be able to be done at any Honda dealership

 

and WTF Lowe's and Home Depot wouldn't do it and claimed they couldnt LIARS I SAY!! LOL