Mechanical Keys ..
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Mechanical Keys ..
Hi, does any know if the dealer gives two mechanical keys upon new delivery? I know we get two smart keys.. but do they also usually give the little "L" key that attaches inside the smart key fob?
I'm wondering because although I have 2 key fobs, I seem to only have 1 of the mechanical keys. And it's driving me nuts wondering if I may have lost one of the mechanical keys.
TIA!
I'm wondering because although I have 2 key fobs, I seem to only have 1 of the mechanical keys. And it's driving me nuts wondering if I may have lost one of the mechanical keys.
TIA!
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Hi, does any know if the dealer gives two mechanical keys upon new delivery? I know we get two smart keys.. but do they also usually give the little "L" key that attaches inside the smart key fob?
I'm wondering because although I have 2 key fobs, I seem to only have 1 of the mechanical keys. And it's driving me nuts wondering if I may have lost one of the mechanical keys.
TIA!
I'm wondering because although I have 2 key fobs, I seem to only have 1 of the mechanical keys. And it's driving me nuts wondering if I may have lost one of the mechanical keys.
TIA!
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I lost one of my physical L-keys on my C63 and I just bought this off ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Smart-Remote-Key-Keyless-Replacement-Uncut-Blade-Blank-For-Mercedes-Benz-/311039634723?hash=item486b682d23&vxp=mtr
And I brought my other L key and had it cut, so far so good.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Smart-Remote-Key-Keyless-Replacement-Uncut-Blade-Blank-For-Mercedes-Benz-/311039634723?hash=item486b682d23&vxp=mtr
And I brought my other L key and had it cut, so far so good.
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It's supposed to be that you lock any valuables in the glove compartment, and when you give your key up for valet service, you remove the mechanical L key (along with the rest of the keys in your keyring). But it's a bit funny because most valet like to attach tags on the key. And once you remove the L key, there seems to be no place for them to attach the tag (or hang your key up in their valet box).
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It's supposed to be that you lock any valuables in the glove compartment, and when you give your key up for valet service, you remove the mechanical L key (along with the rest of the keys in your keyring). But it's a bit funny because most valet like to attach tags on the key. And once you remove the L key, there seems to be no place for them to attach the tag (or hang your key up in their valet box).
I use the L key to scratch those lotto tickets.
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That's not good. Hearing stories like that makes me want to get a dashcam -- not for the reckless driving, but for more subtle accidents like them bumping a car.
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I also bought a replacement key blade off amazon/ebay, but be warned the pictures might show the benz symbol and signature, yet mine did not. Even without the symbols, the key looked good and fit perfectly. I also got $4 off the $8 blade price when I mentioned the lack of symbols. I had to have it laser cut at a special locksmith and it cost $35. After laser cutting, the blade would sit loosely in the key and would wobble every time I moved the key. I wrapped a film of tape over the blade edge and now it sits nice and snug. I only ever use the key blade for emergencies, so the tape shouldn't be a problem.
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I have the whole key on a lanyard. When I go surfing or Paddle boarding I simply remove the metal key, stick it around my neck and lock the ignition key in the car. Simple and safe.
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It also can lock the glove compartment, as well as disable the trunk switch that's on the door for when you want to secure them (i.e. - when you valet park the car)
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It's supposed to be that you lock any valuables in the glove compartment, and when you give your key up for valet service, you remove the mechanical L key (along with the rest of the keys in your keyring). But it's a bit funny because most valet like to attach tags on the key. And once you remove the L key, there seems to be no place for them to attach the tag (or hang your key up in their valet box).
