Alternative to smart key?
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Alternative to smart key?
I searched and didn't find anything on this. I have a 2007 with every package. I personally don't like the smart key. Sometimes I can't remember if I have it in my pocket or the cupholder, always find myself searching for it when I park, etc. Is there an alternative key I can use with electronic door locking/trunk opening ability that fits in the ignition?
Thanks.
Thanks.
#3
I have the credit card currently but would much prefer a switchblade. Are they interchangeable?
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If you didnt know, the credit card key has a little back up key built into it that you can pull out.
That makes me pretty sure that you can just copy that key and code it, and it will work.
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Yea - I didn't know if there was some alternative ignition cover that would accomodate a switchblade key. I don't like how bare it looks with the 'switch' removed. But I am being picky. If there isn't any easy way to change to a switchblade I'll just stick with the annoying credit card.
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You would have to get a new ignition and key system installed. Costly. You might be able to take the smartkey apart and install it into your wallet permanently without the plastic
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I find the smatkey such an improvement over past switchblade keys. Being flat it fits in my side pants pocket easily and is chained onto my keychain. The smartkey "chain"(nylon) can eventually wear through and on one of my two smartkeys that has happened. Maybe rotarywanker's smartkey has the nylon chain worn through. If that is the case just put it in your pocket or wallet and the rest of your stuff that we all carry in our pockets should keep it from falling out and getting lost.
#10
I personally like the credit card style key for it's slimness, just put it in my pocket and go. The gripe I have about it is the cost. I had one get flaky and it ultimately cost over $300 for new key plus programming. Even if you just want a metal key not possible to just get any blank made. It needs to have a transponder and be programmed. An uncoded key will turn the ignition but it won't start the car without a working programmed smart key.
Just thinking about putting it in a wallet and sitting in it concerns me. If it breaks it will be costly.
Just thinking about putting it in a wallet and sitting in it concerns me. If it breaks it will be costly.
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