What happens if you leave your valet key in the glove box?
The valet key will open the car door and start the car but will prevent someone from unlocking the glove box or the trunk. Valet keys have long been a target for thieves. Many people will leave the valet key inside their glove box with their owner’s manual and thieves know this.
Where can I get a new valet button?
If you bought a used car that has a valet switch or button most likely you can order a new remote. Look under the dash for a plastic box (the receiver or brain of the system) and use the Brand and Model name printed on it to search for the correct replacement aftermarket key fob remote transmitter.
What does a valet key do for a car?
In essence, the key is intended for people to give to valets to park their cars or to repair shops to use. The valet key will open the car door and start the car but will prevent someone from unlocking the glove box or the trunk.
What’s the cheapest way to copy a valet key?
Copy the valet key onto dumb blanks (i.e. no chip) for $2 each at any hardware store. Make a couple of spares. Remove steering column covers, remove black key detection ring around lock cylinder (but re-hook up the wiring harness), duct tape your valet key to black ring, duct tape to inside of lower steering column cover.
If you bought a used car that has a valet switch or button most likely you can order a new remote. Look under the dash for a plastic box (the receiver or brain of the system) and use the Brand and Model name printed on it to search for the correct replacement aftermarket key fob remote transmitter.
Do you need a valet key when you leave your car?
The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the glove box and hatch locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. Youshouldhavereceivedakey number tag with your set of keys. You will need this number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced.
Do you need master key for Honda valet?
Your vehicle comes with two master keys and a valet key. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks. The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the glove box and hatch locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.
How often do you press the valet button?
On systems from the late 1990s and newer, using trial and error, press & hold the valet button 1-5 times for a second each time. On systems from the mid 1990s and earlier, turn the valet toggle switch to the off position. On both scenarios the system will now remain in valet mode.