Programming a key fob for your 1994 Honda Accord can seem daunting, but it’s actually a straightforward process you can complete at home. This guide will walk you through the steps to program your new key fob, ensuring you regain the convenience of remote locking and unlocking. First, let’s verify if your vehicle is equipped with the necessary keyless entry system.
Is Your 1994 Honda Accord Equipped with Keyless Entry?
Before attempting to program a key fob, it’s crucial to confirm your 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a factory-installed keyless entry system. This programming procedure is specifically for 1994-1997 Accord 5-door EX models that came with this feature. If your model is an EX 5-door, it’s highly likely to have keyless entry. However, a quick way to check is to look for power door locks, as keyless entry systems are typically paired with them.
Programming Your 1994 Honda Accord Key Fob – Step-by-Step Guide
Once you’ve confirmed your vehicle has keyless entry, follow these steps to program your 1994 Honda Accord Key Fob:
- Open the Driver’s Door: Ensure the driver’s side door is open throughout the programming process.
- Hold Unlock Position: Locate the power door lock switch on the driver’s door. Push and hold the switch in the “unlock” position. Maintain pressure on the switch throughout the next steps.
- Key Insertion and Removal (5 Times): Take your ignition key and insert it into the ignition switch, then immediately remove it. Repeat this insert and remove action a total of five times within a 10-second timeframe. Speed is key here, but ensure each insertion and removal is deliberate.
- Key Insertion and Confirmation: Insert the key into the ignition switch one last time and leave it in. At this point, listen carefully and observe your power door locks. They should “cycle,” meaning they will lock and then unlock automatically. This cycling action is your confirmation that the system has successfully entered programming mode. If the locks do not cycle, you may need to repeat steps 3 and 4 more quickly.
- Transmitter Programming: Press either the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on your 1994 Honda Accord key fob transmitter. After pressing the button, all power door locks (except the driver’s door which may remain unlocked due to the switch position) should cycle once more. This confirms that the system has accepted the code from your transmitter.
- Program a Second Transmitter (Optional): If you have a second key fob to program, you can do so within 10 seconds of programming the first one. Simply press the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on the second transmitter.
- Exit Programming Mode: Release the master power door lock switch that you’ve been holding. This action will exit the programming mode.
Test both key fobs to ensure they are working correctly. You should now be able to remotely lock and unlock your 1994 Honda Accord. Remember, this system can store up to two transmitter codes, and entering programming mode clears all previous codes, so you must reprogram all fobs you intend to use.
