How to Use a Car Spare Key?
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Usage method of car spare key: First, locate a small rectangular hole at the end of the car door handle. Pull the handle outward with your left hand and insert the spare key into the rectangular hole to pry open the lock cover. Alternatively, you can twist the key to the right first, then pry the lock cover towards yourself while keeping the left hand's action unchanged, and use the right hand to pull off the lock cover. After removing the lock cover, you will see the keyhole; use the spare key to unlock the car door. The differences between a car spare key and the main key are as follows: 1. Different appearance. The main key has buttons, and you only need to press the corresponding button on the key to unlock the door. The spare key is a regular key that needs to be inserted into the keyhole on the door to unlock it. 2. Different types. The main key is a remote type, allowing you to remotely unlock the car door and trunk by pressing the button when near the car. The spare key is a mechanical type, functioning as a regular unlocking key.
The car spare key, which is the backup key we usually prepare, comes in handy when the main key is lost or broken. Before looking for the spare key, first make sure it hasn't been misplaced—I usually hide it in a discreet spot at home or entrust it to a family member. Using it is straightforward: locate the physical keyhole on the car door, insert the spare key, turn it, and the door will unlock. Once inside, for older cars, simply insert the key into the ignition switch to start the engine. However, modern cars are more sophisticated—the spare key might only unlock the door, and starting the engine may require pressing a start button or placing the key near a specific induction area on the dashboard. It's advisable not to neglect the spare key; test it periodically to prevent it from getting stuck. Also, if the car uses a remote key system, the spare key is mechanical and won't unlock automatically, so manual operation is necessary. Once, I accidentally left my main key in the car, but using the spare key to unlock the door and start the car smoothly reminded me to store the spare key properly. In short, it's an emergency tool that's straightforward and quick to use.