Lost my S2000 Key... What should I do? Please Help!!!
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Dude, you cannot start the car without the master key as it has that immobilizer chip in it as people have already stated.
I am not sure about any type of brake bypass method as that would defeat the original purpose of the immobilizer system .
You do have another recourse, swap out the ECU with the jdm or Mugen one that doesn't have the immobilizer chip in it. But that may be a little harder to come by..
Best thing to do is to tow it to the closest Honda dealer and have them cut/program you some new keys.
I am not sure about any type of brake bypass method as that would defeat the original purpose of the immobilizer system .
You do have another recourse, swap out the ECU with the jdm or Mugen one that doesn't have the immobilizer chip in it. But that may be a little harder to come by..
Best thing to do is to tow it to the closest Honda dealer and have them cut/program you some new keys.
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Another thing to check for: There is a little green 'key' logo on the instrument panel which should glow solid if the key inserted is not compatible with the immobilizer. This would confirm that you have a bad key, perhaps a copy without the magic chip. Let's hope the dealer will be able to do something to fix the situation via the VIN #, without actual towing of the car. The key is not cheap, is around $100 or $200.
BTW, even those of us who have bought our S2000's new should check out our spare keys for functionality. I am going to check on my valet key later this morning.
BTW, even those of us who have bought our S2000's new should check out our spare keys for functionality. I am going to check on my valet key later this morning.
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Originally posted by supwithyou
My girlfriend through my keys in a lake, and i had to get my car towed to Honda. They said they could not program a key without another key(with the chip in it), or the car being present. They can make you a key with the VIN # but all it will do is unlock the doors, not start the car.
My girlfriend through my keys in a lake, and i had to get my car towed to Honda. They said they could not program a key without another key(with the chip in it), or the car being present. They can make you a key with the VIN # but all it will do is unlock the doors, not start the car.
and get reimbursed for towing.
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DouglaS2000,
SanMarinoCpe works for the Honda Dealer here. That's why I'm gonna try that braking system first before I do anything. He knows what he's talking about. I am busy at work today so I will try it first thing tomorrow morning. If it's not the key problem I wonder what else it can be.
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jelliotlevy,
Thanks for the info... I will check the light. Let me know if your valet key can start the car.
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SanMarinoCpe,
I will let you know how it goes tomorrow... I appreciate you and Jeff taking the time helping me out.
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SanMarinoCpe works for the Honda Dealer here. That's why I'm gonna try that braking system first before I do anything. He knows what he's talking about. I am busy at work today so I will try it first thing tomorrow morning. If it's not the key problem I wonder what else it can be.
Thanks
jelliotlevy,
Thanks for the info... I will check the light. Let me know if your valet key can start the car.
Thanks
SanMarinoCpe,
I will let you know how it goes tomorrow... I appreciate you and Jeff taking the time helping me out.
Thanks
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Originally posted by SanMarinoCpe
WTF!! Honda immobilizer keys are $30.00 and that includes IIco copying.
WTF!! Honda immobilizer keys are $30.00 and that includes IIco copying.
I stand corrected. I was thinking of the cost of my VW Passat 'switchblade' key, which is hyper expensive. The $100+ includes the remote, which is integral with the key. And in the 2001 Passat, there is no immobilizer. BTW, I did just check my valet key, and it starts up just fine. Now I know it is a reliable spare.
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