Leaving the Smart Key in the car

I'm not sure I get/agree with this, but am willing to learn.

1 - How could that be? If true, you'd wear down the battery in the remote on a long trip. Not sure how leaving the key in the car would do anything to the key.

2 - Sure, I'd agree. But is it really that big of a deal?

3 & 4 - Opinion. While I wouldn't do it, it isn't for fear of theft or crime, just habit. I don't lock the car at home (but I don't leave the key in it)

 

the battery drain is a reality. realize that after the car is started you may throw the fob into the bushes and drive off without a hitch.

that is because the fob and vehicle do not communicate with each other after the vehicle is started thus saving the battery.

 

Howdy,

In NV if your car is stolen and the keys are in it you are held (from partially to completely) responsible for any actions the car has been involved in due to negligence. This is especially true if a minor has taken the car.

I for one, do not want to contribute or be involved in even the slightest chance of lawsuits or prosecution resulting from something that is so simple to avoid…

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(DaveinOlyWA\";p=\"52511)</div>

Ah! I did not know that! But, I guess I still wouldn't view that as a reason not to do it. Just keep a spare.
So, if you turned off the smart entry stuff, and you left the key in the car, would it still discharge? I know the car wouldn't be looking for the key. Or heck, leave the key in the ignition?

 

Sure its a waste, but if you don't care??? I mean, its a toy, if it broke, so what?

And yes, crime is everywhere, but about that I don't care.
A 5yr old, no, 12yr old, sure. But I think we both are making some assumptions. My grandparents have never taken a key out of a car, and if I grew up as they did, I wouldn't have either.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(efusco\";p=\"52524)</div>

That was a response to the direct original question as to whether it would drain the battery. And yes, I'd car...I don't consider it a toy. If it doesn't matter to you then fine, but I was trying to address the concerns of the original poster.

Right, but you replied to me that it would be a waste. I simple said I thought it was a toy, no biggie.

Lemme guess, you don't have kids. I'm not talking about a 5 year old committing a crime, I'm talking about a 5 year old being a curious 5 year old and 'playing' in a car. How easy would it be for them to push the power button then jostle the shifter and get the car in drive or reverse and get it moving...really easy IMO...it happens not infrequently with regular keyed cars and more difficult to shift transmissions.
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Oooh, there ya go making those assumptions again.
I personally would like to see a 5 yr old put their foot on the brake, press power, and move the shift lever. I *guess* it could happen? Don't see how though. Again an older kid, sure. And, yes, you should be responsible for your stuff. But, if say you live on a farm and have no kids, what are the chances?

My only point is that you told him "Just see if you can change your habits a little". He doesn't necessarily need to is all.

Oh well, sorry for the fuss anyway. Acedemic arguements break up my day.

 

I think the #1 reason for taking the fob out of the car is that you just posted on the Internet to a bunch of people on exceptionally long waiting lists that your car is available for a test drive... anytime.

You may want to consider moving, or perhaps a razorwire fence may be appropriate. :mrgreen:

Best of luck to you!
Brad

 

HAHA ! Now that's funny!
Cheers!

 

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I personally would like to see a 5 yr old put their foot on the brake, press power, and move the shift lever.[/b][/quote]popsrcr definitely does not have kids. Most of the kids I know were very inquisitive and quick learners at that age.

 

Benevento,
Your statistics may be correct about traffic and cancer deaths--I couldn't say. But consider this: riding in a car is statistically a very hazardous thing to do. Seat belts significantly reduce your risk of injury and death if you have an accident. They're not very difficult or inconvenient to use. So why not use them? Not using them just because it's a law makes even less sense.

One could make the argument that society has a right to insist that people wear them, because traffic injuries are a drain on society (in terms of insurance, medical, productivity, and physiological costs, etc. costs).

Whether or not cancer tests should be required is a good question, but I don't see why it's relevant here. Sure, a lot of people die of cancer, but a lot of people die from car accidents too. I think it makes sense to do what you can do avoid both things.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(TCD\";p=\"52514)</div>

Tom you haven't lived in Sun Valley...

Bob Andersen