[Paul Montegriffo]

Hi

I park my car in my garage and don't look the doors. Normally I leave the key in the car.
I know it mind sound like a stupid question.
This is the first car I buy with keyless entry. Is it ok to leave the key fob in the car whilst the car is parked in the garage?

Thanks

Paul

 

[david63]

This is the first car I buy with keyless entry. Is it ok to leave the key fob in the car whilst the car is parked in the garage?

It is not advisable, if for no other reason than security.

I am fairly sure it says in the manual that the keys should not be left in the car when unattended

 

[Alexr]

The car wont object to you doing this - in fact it objects if you try to lock the door with a key inside (eg my wife leaves handbag in the boot with the keys in). BUT have you thought what your insurance co might say if you make a claim and you had the key stored in the car? I always just keep my key in my pocket, then you can just walk up and open the door.
Alex

 

[JulianoG]

Did you know that the key will turn off if no moved for 1:30 hours? After that the car might not detect it and lock itself with the key inside. Even if there is a safety precaution against such scenario, you can be sure that the keyfob battery will drain much faster, probably in less than 6 months. Just keep the key in your pocket.

 

[Paul Montegriffo]

Thanks for all your feedback.
I'll keep the keys out of the car.

Paul

 

[chrismaddern]

I will look after your keys for you....

 

[MerlyWerly]

I will look after your keys for you....

:lol: :lol: :lol:

 

[MarkyMUK]

As an aside but on the subject of fobs, they are positively HUGE in comparison to any car I've ever had or driven, even with push button start.

Where do people keep them when driving, is it in one of the cup holders (since they'll probs have your front door keys attached?

 

[Alexr]

In my pocket on my key ring.

 

[david63]

In my pocket on my key ring.

Same here

 

[MarkyMUK]

As I've got my car and work keys on my fob it would certainly be a bit uncomfortable in a trouser pocket...and I don't wear a jacket when driving.