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Dec 19th, 2023, 22:10 | #1 |
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Key Tag - is it worth it?
I’ll be getting a new XC60 in early 2024 and it will have keyless entry. Is it worth getting a key tag? I think they’re about £75 now, so not too much in the big scheme.
I hate having a bulky set of keys so the idea appeals, but what are the downsides, apart from not being able to change the battery, and the risk of getting locked out (a risk I’m happy to take)?
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Dec 19th, 2023, 22:31 | #2 |
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Low battery is the only real downside.....except if you class not having a physical metal key as a problem (I don't).
Mines booked in to have two new sport tags early January.....the big keys shall be left at home thereafter. |
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Dec 20th, 2023, 07:44 | #3 |
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For me there are two reasons I won’t get them.
1. Keytag is smaller, I’d just leave it in my pocket and the constant radio signals going between the keytag and the car would supposedly pass thru my b@lls and gentleman sausage. A thought which I’m not a fan of. 2. With a keytag I can’t remotely open the boot which I use all the time. That’s just me tho and we’ve all different needs so good luck and hope you’ll like it 😊 |
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Dec 20th, 2023, 07:55 | #4 | |
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2. That’s a good point. I’ll have the ‘waving my feet spuriously under the bumper’ unlocking system but I reckon it won’t be a substitute for remote opening on all occasions.
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Dec 20th, 2023, 08:07 | #5 | |
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You can unlock your car via the Volvo car app, or even Volvo assist can remotely unlock your car, (you need your pin code for the later) You can hide a normal key fob in the car which is deactivated when you lock your car so if you have a problem with the sports key you can use the Volvo car app on your phone to unlock the tailgate to access the normal fob. It is a good idea to check the hidden fob now and again to ensure the battery is not dead as it could be there for a very long time.
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Dec 20th, 2023, 08:29 | #6 |
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I always forget the app! Rest assured, when I find myself locked out, I’ll be cursing and will completely forget that I can simply unlock using my phone. I’ll blame it on age.
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If you are worried about your knackers, you should turn off the Wi-Fi at home and in the car as these are constantly transmitting RF at a level hundreds of times greater than the key. Oh, and leave your phone permanently in Airplane mode for the same reason.
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Dec 20th, 2023, 12:43 | #8 |
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Just gonna stick me head in the microwave to be sure 😂😂
Fair points tho 👍🏼 I do learn a lot from this forum 😉 |
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I ended up taking the key apart and then replacing the battery on the circuit board (If you can work a soldering iron it's easy) and then got a new case 3d printed for it. The only main issue for me is that the 'new' fob isn't waterproof |
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