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Acura RSX 2003 Car Keys & Remotes

2 compatible keys, remotes & shells (genuine and aftermarket) available for the 2003 Acura RSX.

Key specifications for the Acura RSX 2002–2006

Transponder chip
ID13 · T5

To pick the right part, match the part number or FCC ID printed on your original remote, or listed in the Acura parts catalogue, with the specifications on each listing.

Shells and blades reuse the original electronics, and a blade needs cutting by a locksmith. We ship worldwide from the UAE by DHL and FedEx.

Programming the Acura RSX 2003 key

Key with a blade (regular or flip)

One tool lists this key.

  • OBDSTAR Key Master G3
    • Add key
    • All keys lost
    • Remote

Key type not stated by the list

One tool lists this key.

  • Launch X-431 IMMO
    • All keys lost

Without a tool

The remote is programmed on the car, without a tool. Up to 3 remotes.

Programming steps

Program the remote without a tool(US / Canada cars)

Needs: a key that turns the ignition, every remote to be programmed (up to three)

  1. Close all doors and the hatch.
  2. Turn the ignition ON (II).
  3. Within 1 to 4 seconds, aim the remote at the receiver (under the audio unit) and press LOCK or UNLOCK.
  4. Within 1 to 4 seconds, turn the ignition OFF, then within 1 to 4 seconds turn it back ON (II).
  5. Repeat the press, OFF, ON cycle until the remote has been pressed four times in total.
  6. After the fourth press, the door lock actuators sound: the receiver is in programming mode.
  7. Within 1 to 4 seconds, press LOCK or UNLOCK on the same remote again.
  8. Within 10 seconds, aim each remaining remote at the receiver and press LOCK or UNLOCK. The lock actuators sound after each stored remote.
  9. Turn the ignition OFF, remove the key and test every remote.
Watch out: Keep every action within 1 to 4 seconds of the previous one, or the receiver leaves programming mode. Up to three remotes can be stored. Storing a fourth remote erases the first one stored.

When the key changed

Key with a blade (regular or flip)

  • 2002 - 2006This yearChip: ID13(US / Canada cars)Fixed Megamos 13 key, HD106 blank; remote is a separate fob

Check coverage first: support depends on the tool's software version and the exact model. A tool that is not shown here may still cover this car.

Frequently asked questions

Which transponder chip does the Acura RSX 2002–2006 key use?

The listings for this car carry: ID13 · T5. Check the chip in each listing's specifications.

Which tools program a Acura RSX 2002–2006 key?

The tool makers' coverage lists name OBDSTAR Key Master G3 and Launch X-431 IMMO for this car; 2 of them list all keys lost. Check your tool's latest coverage list before the job.

Can the Acura RSX 2002–2006 remote be programmed without a tool?

The remote is programmed on the car, without a tool. Up to 3 remotes.

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