When I test drove an 05 V50 T5, I noticed that the ignition "key" was a large lump consisting of the remote unlocking transmitter, and a squarish plastic extension that inserted in a socket in the dash. Obviously, the ignition lock function is electronic now, instead of depending on tme mechanical cut of a metal key.
This creates a dilemma for me though.. I've always carried a spare key in my wallet, so, if I lose my key chain, I can still use the spare to get home.
Now, If I buy a new car with one of these E-keys, and lose or damage it, I'm stuck until I can catch a cab back home to pick up the spare, or have the car towed to a dealer so they can code a new key for it if I'm far from home.
The only other option is to keep the flat mechanical door key in my wallet, and hide the E-key somewhere in the car, where it might be found by a determined thief. Does anyone else have this concern, or do you just assume you'll never lose the E-key?
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