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Missing Valet Key ?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by robm7, Dec 20, 2017.

  1. Dec 20, 2017 at 11:10 AM
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    robm7

    robm7 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I noticed I am missing the Valet Key, I cant remember if mine ever came with one.

    Bought mine new in 2012. Thanks
     
  2. Dec 20, 2017 at 11:15 AM
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    replica9000

    replica9000 Das ist no bueno

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    My 2008 did, even though it seems silly to have one with these trucks.
     
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  3. Dec 20, 2017 at 11:18 AM
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    knottyrope

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    I have one with my 2009, don't know what it does as it didn't seem any different when I used it
     
  4. Dec 20, 2017 at 11:23 AM
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    replica9000

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    Typically a valet key only works in the doors and ignition, but not the trunk, glovebox, or anything else that locks
     
  5. Dec 20, 2017 at 11:24 AM
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    robm7

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    Took me 5 years to notice I was missing it. geez, wonder if the dealer still has a it?
     
  6. Dec 20, 2017 at 11:44 AM
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    robm7

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    Any 2012+ owners have a valet key??
     
  7. Dec 20, 2017 at 12:20 PM
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    sr5vic

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    My 2013 never came with one. I believe they stopped in 2009
     
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  8. Dec 20, 2017 at 12:39 PM
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    Muddinfun

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    I think the only difference on Tacos is that the valet key won't allow the user to program additional transponder keys.
     
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  9. Dec 20, 2017 at 12:43 PM
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    TexasWhiteIce

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    The concept of a valet key is pretty stupid if you think about it. It’ll work on your engine so someone with it can just steal your vehicle. Bring it somewhere and then take their time prying open all of the cheap locks to get their contents.
     
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  10. Dec 20, 2017 at 9:42 PM
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    This is exactly why my everyday key is my grey valet key... Keep the master key in a safe place, you can always use it to make another key. If you lose the valet key, no big deal.
     
  11. Dec 21, 2017 at 1:36 AM
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    Jimmyh

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    2012 didn't come with a Valet Key.
     
  12. Dec 21, 2017 at 4:22 AM
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    Ryeguy

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    My 2010 came with one. I use it all the time as my beach / surfing key. Stick it on a loop of paracord and wear it around my neck under the wetsuit.
     
  13. Dec 21, 2017 at 6:39 AM
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    Dens71TA

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    There was no valet key included with my 2014 Tacoma. Just two standard keys with electronic fobs.
     
  14. Dec 21, 2017 at 6:45 AM
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    Pigpen

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    Nope

    Just the 2 ignition keys. I immediately went to the hardware store and had 3 door only keys made.
     
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  15. Dec 21, 2017 at 3:02 PM
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    replica9000

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    I use it as my beach key also.
     
  16. Dec 21, 2017 at 3:31 PM
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    nd4spdbh

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    yup 2012+ does not come with a vallet key as its pointless nothing else to lock other than the doors and main ignition. Glovebox doesnt lock.
     
  17. Dec 21, 2017 at 4:29 PM
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    robm7

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    Picture of door keys please
     
  18. Dec 21, 2017 at 4:35 PM
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    stickyTaco

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    It is probably just a copy of the key without a transponder
     
  19. Dec 21, 2017 at 5:23 PM
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    Muddinfun

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    Yep, just cheap all metal $7 keys. Put 1 in a hide-a-key, 1 in your wallet, and a few in the house.
     
  20. Dec 21, 2017 at 5:30 PM
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    Simon's Mom

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