What to Do When Honda Car Keys Are Locked Inside the Car?
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Specific solutions for when car keys are locked inside the vehicle are as follows: 1. Use the spare key to open the door: The original set of car keys usually includes at least two keys—one as the primary key and the other commonly referred to as the spare key. If the primary key is locked inside the car, try retrieving the spare key. 2. Call a locksmith: If you are far from home or traveling, retrieving the spare key may not be practical. In such cases, hiring a locksmith to unlock the car is another option. Documents required when contacting a locksmith include: valid identification (ID card, passport, or household registration booklet) and proof of vehicle ownership (vehicle registration certificate). If the registration certificate is also locked inside the car, you can provide proof to the locksmith after unlocking. If you don’t have the registration certificate, you may need to file a report at the nearest police station. 3. Break the window: If retrieving the spare key or hiring a locksmith is not feasible, breaking the window may be the only remaining option.
That day my Honda key got locked in the car, which gave me a scare but I had to stay calm and handle it. First, I called my family from a safe place to bring the spare key—the simplest and most effective solution. Without a spare, I would have contacted roadside assistance services like AAA or Honda's Roadside Assistance, as they have professional tools to unlock the car without damage. Having driven a Honda for years, I learned to keep a second key in my home drawer as a precaution. One winter, I left my keys inside at a mall parking lot; while waiting for help in the cold, I used an app to check maps and took shelter in a store to stay warm. Honda's smart models like the Odyssey might offer remote unlocking, but older models don't. Developing a habit of checking your pockets for keys before leaving the car helps prevent such situations. Avoid prying the door open recklessly to prevent scratches or broken glass, as repairs can be costly.
