Getting an extra smart key plus wheel key...

Doug&Michelle · 01-09-2011, 02:22 PM

I bought my Z used and only have one key. Was thinking about getting an extra one but was curious what would be the best way. Dealer? Ebay? Also don't have the key to the wheels. Dealer?

Thanks ahead of time,
Doug

One more probably dumb question....is it a good idea to put the key in that spot on the dash? Does that charge it or something? Sorry for the newbieness. I know I know I need to really read the owners manual...

nogoodname · 01-09-2011, 02:25 PM

keep the key in your pocket, the dash slot is only to be used when key battery is dead and no it doesnt charge it.

370Z Purist · 01-09-2011, 02:43 PM

Extra keys run about 160 from the dealer. They also charge a ridiculous fee for programming. My local one asked me 200 dollars and an hour of my time.

Red__Zed · 01-09-2011, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nogoodname

keep the key in your pocket, the dash slot is only to be used when key battery is dead and no it doesnt charge it.

It will use less power while in the dash slot, and thus last longer.

PapoZalsa · 01-09-2011, 03:20 PM

It doesn't matter where you get the FOB from, anyway you are going to need to have program to your car by the stealership.

Like one of the previous post said, its NOT cheap!

Lemers · 01-09-2011, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

It will use less power while in the dash slot, and thus last longer.

So you use the physical key to unlock the door? That use even less battery on your FOB.

ChrisSlicks · 01-09-2011, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

It will use less power while in the dash slot, and thus last longer.

It will not.

Red__Zed · 01-09-2011, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lemers

So you use the physical key to unlock the door? That use even less battery on your FOB.

Actually not. Keeping the key out over a drive uses more power than unlocking the doors.

I was just referring the the comment that it was only for use when dead.

Lemers · 01-09-2011, 03:37 PM

If you take the phyical key out to unlock the door. Wouldn't you put it back into the FOB once you get into the car, or did you think you needed to leave the key in the door while you drive?

Red__Zed · 01-09-2011, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lemers

If you take the phyical key out to unlock the door. Wouldn't you put it back into the FOB once you get into the car, or did you think you needed to leave the key in the door while you drive?

What are you talking about?

Lemers · 01-09-2011, 03:42 PM

I think you've be lost since you replied to me. Go back and reread our posts then ask me if you're still lost.

Red__Zed · 01-09-2011, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lemers

I think you've be lost since you replied to me. Go back and reread our posts then ask me if you're still lost.

I don't take the key out. Dont know where you got that idea.

Lemers · 01-09-2011, 03:51 PM

Let me break it do for you.

You made a state of putting the FOB in the fobgina will save battery life.

I asked it you unlock your door with the physical key to save even more battery life.

You said that leaving your key out would use more battery life.

That is where I knew you were confussed and decided to mess with you about leaving the key in the door.

LunaZ · 01-09-2011, 04:14 PM

Use the fobgina whenever you get the urge.

Red__Zed · 01-09-2011, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lemers

Let me break it do for you.

You made a state of putting the FOB in the fobgina will save battery life.

I asked it you unlock your door with the physical key to save even more battery life.

You said that leaving your key out would use more battery life.

That is where I knew you were confussed and decided to mess with you about leaving the key in the door.

More accurately:

OP asked if there was any reason to put the key in there.

Nogoodname correctly states that it does not charge, incorrectly states that there is no reason to place the fob in the dash.

I note that it will significantly reduce battery consumption, since the OP was wondering whether there was any benefit.

You attempt to

. If you want to continue, take it to PMs to avoid derailing the thread farther.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

It will not.

Yes it will. Places the fob in the dash reduces the required power transmission levels significantly.

01-09-2011, 02:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
Doug&Michelle Base Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 176 Drives: '09 370z Tourng Auto Rep Power: 15	Getting an extra smart key plus wheel key... I bought my Z used and only have one key. Was thinking about getting an extra one but was curious what would be the best way. Dealer? Ebay? Also don't have the key to the wheels. Dealer? Thanks ahead of time, Doug One more probably dumb question....is it a good idea to put the key in that spot on the dash? Does that charge it or something? Sorry for the newbieness. I know I know I need to really read the owners manual...

01-09-2011, 02:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
370Z Purist A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Zion, Illinois Posts: 1,873 Drives: '09 370Z-T BS M6 Rep Power: 20	Extra keys run about 160 from the dealer. They also charge a ridiculous fee for programming. My local one asked me 200 dollars and an hour of my time. __________________ -Phil "Since one of my brake light bulbs just went out, the forum told me that my piston rings are about to blow."

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PapoZalsa A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Not in Sunny Florida Posts: 6,358 Drives: 16 Nismo w/Tech Pack Rep Power: 4500	It doesn't matter where you get the FOB from, anyway you are going to need to have program to your car by the stealership. Like one of the previous post said, its NOT cheap! __________________ 2009 370Z MB Base w/Sport Package 6MT Modshack's Custom Air Intakes /3M Clear Bra/ Illuminated Kick Plates / F. I CBE w/12" resonators / EVO-R Front Lip / Rear Hatch Wing / Tein S-Tech Springs /Ilegal Tint in the Rep. of VA/4x20mm Z1 Spacers/ Vinyl Roof/Liquid Carbon Designs Last edited by PapoZalsa; 01-09-2011 at 07:34 PM.

01-09-2011, 03:37 PM	#9 (permalink)
Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 53	If you take the phyical key out to unlock the door. Wouldn't you put it back into the FOB once you get into the car, or did you think you needed to leave the key in the door while you drive? __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

01-09-2011, 03:42 PM	#11 (permalink)
Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 53	I think you've be lost since you replied to me. Go back and reread our posts then ask me if you're still lost. __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

01-09-2011, 02:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	keep the key in your pocket, the dash slot is only to be used when key battery is dead and no it doesnt charge it.

01-09-2011, 03:51 PM	#13 (permalink)
Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 53	Let me break it do for you. You made a state of putting the FOB in the fobgina will save battery life. I asked it you unlock your door with the physical key to save even more battery life. You said that leaving your key out would use more battery life. That is where I knew you were confussed and decided to mess with you about leaving the key in the door. __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

01-09-2011, 04:14 PM	#14 (permalink)
LunaZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Vagabond Posts: 6,704 Drives: Project: a white one Rep Power: 513	Use the fobgina whenever you get the urge. __________________ 2009 370Z Sport/Touring/Navigation \| see my journal for mods facebook: Be my friend... or not.

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