Question 1

My key broke in the ignition. Can you get it out?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Broken key extraction is a standard job for a mobile automotive locksmith. We use specialized tools to remove the broken piece without damaging your Acura's ignition cylinder. Once it is out, we can cut a new key from the extracted piece or from your vehicle's lock data and program it on the spot. Honda and Acura flip keys and switchblade keys are known for cracking at the pivot point after years of use. One TL owner described having repeated shell failures because of how the housing is designed. We can replace the shell or cut a completely new key on site.

Question 2

What is a MECHANICAL-KEY?

Accepted Answer

A MECHANICAL-KEY is the type of key your 1998 Acura NSX uses. It combines a physical key blade with an electronic transponder chip and 3 buttons for remote functions. The chip communicates with the Honda immobilizer in your Acura to authorize the engine to start. If the blade breaks but the electronics are still intact, we can often transplant the chip into a new key shell and save you the cost of a full replacement. If both are damaged, we cut and program a completely new key on site.

Question 3

My Acura says key not detected. What do I do?

Accepted Answer

Start with the basics. Replace the fob battery, since a dead battery is the most common cause of "key not detected" on Acuras. If you have a smart key, try holding the fob directly against the start button and pressing the brake. That uses the backup RFID signal and often works when the battery is low. A 2015 MDX owner had this exact issue and the backup method got the car started. A 2019 MDX owner traced the same problem to cracked solder joints inside the fob's circuit board, which failed intermittently in cold weather. If a fresh battery and the backup method do not work, call us for a diagnosis.

Question 4

What is the FCC ID for the 1998 Acura NSX key?

Accepted Answer

The FCC ID is . This identifier on the back of your fob tells us exactly which replacement key your vehicle needs. If your key is broken or damaged and you can still read the FCC ID on the old fob, give it to us when you call. It speeds up the process and guarantees we bring the exact right key to your location. If the fob is too damaged to read, we can identify it from your vehicle's year, make, and model.

Question 5

Is all-keys-lost more expensive than a regular replacement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When you still have one working key, adding a spare is straightforward and less labor intensive. When all keys are lost, the Honda immobilizer in your Acura requires a full reset that erases all stored key IDs before new keys can be registered. That reset adds time and complexity. Acura owners report dealer AKL quotes of $600 to $900 depending on the model, while add-a-key at the dealer runs $360 to $600. With us the gap is smaller, but AKL still costs more because of the extra work. That is why we always tell customers: get a spare made while you still have a working key.

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