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Summer vacation is coming. Whether you're leaving by car for France, Spain or Italy, a functioning car key is essential. Nothing is more frustrating than getting stranded on the road because your key breaks down. In this blog, find out how to avoid car key problems and leave with peace of mind.
1. Replace your car key battery on time
A car key battery usually lasts one to two years. If you notice that the central locking system falters or you have to press the key several times, chances are the battery is low.
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2. Watch for damage to the key housing
A broken housing not only causes inconvenience, but can also cause the key to fall apart or even stop working. Especially with heavy use, you often see cracks or loose buttons.
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3. Don't forget your spare key
Going on vacation with several people or driving long distances? Then an extra car key is no luxury. Should the original key be lost or damaged, you can continue driving without problems.
and avoid unnecessary stress on the road.
4. Check if the key fits your model
Many customers order a key that is not 100% suitable for their specific model. Each car make and even each model year may have slight differences.
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5. Have a key cut or transfer it yourself?
Do you need a physical key blade? Then it needs to be ground down. This can be done at a local key service or through our own
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In some cases, you can also transfer the key blade. Watch our YouTube explainer videos to see how that works.
Proper preparation prevents car key problems on the road. Replace the battery in time, check the condition of your housing and always take a spare key with you. That way you'll go on vacation worry-free.