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    Valet key help please

    I am a new 98 C280 owner. I have a 3 keys. 2 smart keys and a flat valet key. My question is about the valet key . Can it be used to start the car if so how
    When I put the plastic flat valet key in the ignition slot nothing happens it will not unlock steering or turn. Am I supposed to do somthing else ?

    Advice would be most appreciated
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    Quote Originally Posted by Rickleger View Post
    I am a new 98 C280 owner. I have a 3 keys. 2 smart keys and a flat valet key. My question is about the valet key . Can it be used to start the car if so how
    When I put the plastic flat valet key in the ignition slot nothing happens it will not unlock steering or turn. Am I supposed to do somthing else ?

    Advice would be most appreciated
    Have you got a pic of the key. I've got 2 keys but no flat plastic key

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    here is a photo I hope

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    Key is flat plastic it also holds a metal door/ trunk key as well Much thinner that smart keys

    Thank You Abbaso for the reply
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    I've no idea. Interesting....

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    Thank you anyway

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    there is a metal key in side that plastic key. I think that is the one that you use to start the car not the plastic key it self

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    Thanks will try that I thought the metal key was just for the door..

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    No.

    Metal key is for unlock only.

    If your plastic part doesn't trigger the ignition when you insert it, then the key has failed and needs to be replaced.
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    Good news bad news.

    Metal key works, but only on door locks , plastic key does not work Will seek help from dealer prayers needed thanks

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    metal key is for bootlock and drivers door

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    That flat plastic valet key will start and drive the car but nothing else. At this day and age, that key has died. It's been a long time since I've seen one, not sure they are availible.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RemoLexi View Post
    That flat plastic valet key will start and drive the car but nothing else. At this day and age, that key has died. It's been a long time since I've seen one, not sure they are availible.
    Thanks I put the key up and I keep the metal key separate in case I have a door lock problem

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