no can do without the factory radio since the keyless is built into the factory radio for 96-98 civics

 

Why does the factory radio need to be there for keyless entry to work? Why would honda tie in the door locks to the radio? For some reason that makes no sence to me...

 

thats how it was for those year civics.

 

well one fact being that the radio is connected to your antenna which would be needed for reliably getting the signal from the remotes. Im sure theres a way arround it and I could figure it out if i had a circuit diagram of the factory radio. unfortunately honda isnt so kind when it comes to circuit layouts.

 

you need a factory radio, 96-98, that had the keyless option
(nothing else will work, unless you buy an aftermarket kit/alarm)

 

Since you don't have it, just go out and get a decent alarm. Problem solved.

 

 

I'll sell you a factory 97 radio for $25+shipping (ex, keyless)
pm me if interested

All you'll need then is a Y-harness from best buy

 

hey dude. You need a special harness for that. Some factory radios use the keyless entry system through the radio for security purposes. They sell a harness that adapts that but i think its kinda expensive. better off just getting an aftermarket alarm