Valet Key

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 02-23-2007, 12:10 PM
  #1  
10th Gear
Thread Starter
 
hurl03's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Boonton, NJ
Age: 50
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Valet Key

Is it possible to have a valet style(meaning no FOB) key made for the RDX which locks the cener console and glove box.

Basically replacing the brick with just a fully fucntional regualr key? I know - no keyless entry - but I only want to put it on my other vehicle key ring so I don't have to carry that brick every where i go.

Thanks!
Old 02-23-2007, 01:33 PM
  #2  
Pro
 
catnippants's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 636
Likes: 0
Received 5 Likes on 5 Posts
Originally Posted by hurl03
Is it possible to have a valet style(meaning no FOB) key made for the RDX which locks the cener console and glove box.

Basically replacing the brick with just a fully fucntional regualr key? I know - no keyless entry - but I only want to put it on my other vehicle key ring so I don't have to carry that brick every where i go.

Thanks!
Hmmm....interesting. I got one with my car. It came with 2 fob keys, and a standard valet key. So not only do I think it's possible, but it sounds like you got ripped...

Mike
Old 02-23-2007, 01:35 PM
  #3  
Instructor
 
Tonia's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Metro Atlanta, GA
Age: 50
Posts: 155
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Didn't you receive a valet key when you bought your RDX? Mine came with two fob keys and a valet key. If you need an additional valet key, then I'm pretty sure your dealership could make one for you for a fee.

I know when I bought my Honda Prelude used, they only had one key and I wanted a spare and the only place I could find that could do it was a dealership and that was before all the chips and stuff that they put in them now. I think it was about $10.
Old 02-23-2007, 01:42 PM
  #4  
Trolling Canuckistan
 
black label's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: 100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114
Age: 50
Posts: 10,453
Received 811 Likes on 644 Posts
If I'm reading you right (which means the last 3 posts weren't), you cannot get a valet key that will lock the center console and glove box. The valet key works because it is slightly thicker than the key holes it is not allowed to unlock.

You could however get another valet key and grind it down to make it thin enough to work.
Old 02-23-2007, 02:33 PM
  #5  
Racer
 
oasis3582's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Age: 42
Posts: 280
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
I got 2 valet keys with my purchase. However, they ONLY work in the ignition and door locks - they do NOT unlock the center console.
Old 02-23-2007, 02:39 PM
  #6  
10th Gear
Thread Starter
 
hurl03's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Boonton, NJ
Age: 50
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by catnippants
Hmmm....interesting. I got one with my car. It came with 2 fob keys, and a standard valet key. So not only do I think it's possible, but it sounds like you got ripped...

Mike
I also got two key fobs and a standard valet key.

But what I am asking is if it's possible to just get a key made, without the brick of a key fob, which will work the doors, ignition glove box and center console.
Old 02-23-2007, 02:39 PM
  #7  
10th Gear
Thread Starter
 
hurl03's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Boonton, NJ
Age: 50
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by catnippants
Hmmm....interesting. I got one with my car. It came with 2 fob keys, and a standard valet key. So not only do I think it's possible, but it sounds like you got ripped...

Mike
I also got two key fobs and a standard valet key.

But what I am asking is if it's possible to just get a key made, without the brick of a key fob, which will work the doors, ignition glove box and center console.
Old 02-23-2007, 02:57 PM
  #8  
10th Gear
Thread Starter
 
hurl03's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Boonton, NJ
Age: 50
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by black label
If I'm reading you right (which means the last 3 posts weren't), you cannot get a valet key that will lock the center console and glove box. The valet key works because it is slightly thicker than the key holes it is not allowed to unlock.

You could however get another valet key and grind it down to make it thin enough to work.
So after read your post I went out to the car and both the valet key and the fob fit in the center console and golve box. With that said - there is a minor difference on the cut between the valet and FOB.

So they should be able to take the key fob and copy that on to the valet blank - it should work fine. I just made an appt for Tuesday - will let you know how it works out.

This would also solve my problem of getting a remote start and not wanting to have two remotes, or losing the ability to unlock the doors once the car is started - if i used the facotry remote as some have reported on this site.

If I can get a regular key with no fob and just use the aftermarket remote for the doors, starter and panic button - i will be good to go.
Old 02-23-2007, 10:25 PM
  #9  
rdxsteverino
 
rdxsteverino's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: LA
Posts: 327
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
The Answer is Yes

Originally Posted by hurl03
I also got two key fobs and a standard valet key.

But what I am asking is if it's possible to just get a key made, without the brick of a key fob, which will work the doors, ignition glove box and center console.
I had an extra regular key (no fob) made when I bought my RDX. It works with the doors, ignition, glove box and center console. The dealer had a problem making the key initially because they had to use a new laser key cutter and the programming wasn't working correctly (they used my key as the guinea pig to check out their new laser cutter). Had to come back a week later after they got the programming fixed to get the key made. It works just fine.
Old 02-24-2007, 08:30 AM
  #10  
Trolling Canuckistan
 
black label's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: 100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114
Age: 50
Posts: 10,453
Received 811 Likes on 644 Posts
Originally Posted by hurl03
So after read your post I went out to the car and both the valet key and the fob fit in the center console and golve box. With that said - there is a minor difference on the cut between the valet and FOB.

So they should be able to take the key fob and copy that on to the valet blank - it should work fine. I just made an appt for Tuesday - will let you know how it works out.

This would also solve my problem of getting a remote start and not wanting to have two remotes, or losing the ability to unlock the doors once the car is started - if i used the facotry remote as some have reported on this site.

If I can get a regular key with no fob and just use the aftermarket remote for the doors, starter and panic button - i will be good to go.
Sorry. They must have updated their methods now that they have moved on to the switchblade key. The old fashioned valet keys used to be thicker.
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
soupi
2G TSX Audio, Bluetooth, Electronics & Navigation
14
11-15-2015 11:15 AM
eastcoastguy
3G TL (2004-2008)
25
10-29-2015 03:00 PM
malvothegreat
Car Parts for Sale
0
09-29-2015 12:38 AM
LoneRonin
3G TL Tires, Wheels & Suspension
2
09-28-2015 09:11 AM
Sue1910
2G CL Problems & Fixes
3
09-27-2015 12:34 PM



Quick Reply: Valet Key



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:16 AM.