Hey guys! I just joined this sight and I'm excited to be here! So I'm sure you're all quite familiar with this problem so I will try to give you the short version. Just an FYI. I have a 2008 Honda Fit Base Model with a 5 speed manual transmission. The door lock cylinder on the front drivers side is toast, not working, or turning, or anything.

So I got down to the last step of removing the cylinder, but I was unable to get the pin(clip) loose that is behind the cylinder. So I have given up. Also, I just don't feel comfortable trying to get the door handle off to make it easier to remove and reinstall. Sooo...........

Question 1- Is it even possible to repair these cylinders and tumbler's in the first place? And if so could it be re-keyed back to the original key? Because I've heard it's not possible. Don't know if that's true or not?

Question 2- Is is possible to order a cheap keyless entry device off amazon that will work with this year and model of Fit?

Any help you guys can give me would be much appreciated! I really don't want to end up with two keys, and hopefully I can avoid having to pay a fortune at the dealership for a repair. Thanks guys and hope to hear from you!

 

First, I recommend you try shooting some WD-40 into the lock cylinder, push the flap back with part of the key and blast some WD-40, see if it loosens anything up.

 

Been there done that. It helped in the short term, but actually ended up making it worse.

 

Im having the same problem with my fit and i have the same year as OP.

Please, any help would be appreciated. Im looking into keyless entry but i cant find any in my area at the moment.