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scandata · 04-22-2016, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by ARTIE G.

... This was the cheapest fix GM could come up with. Cheap being the operative word.

Of course - we already bought the car, no reason for them to spend more money than they have to. All of those CEOs' gold-plated swimming pools aren't going to pay for themselves.

Scalded Dog · 04-22-2016, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Ragnar

I don't like something just touching one knee, that would be distracting. Now, if they added something for the other side of the steering wheel, to touch the other knee at the same time, I'd be interested!

HA! I like it, Ragnar... for those of us who have some OCD tendencies (I mean, CDO (needs to be in alphabetical order))!

deweyg63 · 04-22-2016, 11:56 AM

Not sure who had the first fob. I had one for a 2001 Jetta

sherob · 04-22-2016, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by deweyg63

Not sure who had the first fob. I had one for a 2001 Jetta

My 91 Camry had one...

MCSarge · 04-22-2016, 03:08 PM

Haven't had it done on the 2010 and don't plan on it. The new Chevy Malibu's we just leased for the office all come with the same exact key setup as my Camaro and the ignition is in the same place. There is no way I could hit either key with my leg unless deliberately tried to get my leg up there.

Maybe if people didn't have all that crap and lanyards and such hanging from their key rings they wouldn't have any problems. I had my wife and kids remove all that stuff from there key rings for that reason and to quit putting so much weight on the ignition switch and wearing it out prematurely. Just my .02

BLU DUCE · 04-22-2016, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Ragnar

I don't like something just touching one knee, that would be distracting. Now, if they added something for the other side of the steering wheel, to touch the other knee at the same time, I'd be interested!

Sounds like you got a touchy problem.

LOL

BLU DUCE · 04-22-2016, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Tricksta

Technically per the recall you aren't supposed to have the FOB dangle off the key in the ignition.. It was recommended, and I think even stated in the recall to use only the new key without any extra weight on it.

That Is correct.

shibbs · 04-22-2016, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by tomlink

I'll continue to ignore the recall notices for my switchblade.

They're getting more persistent with me. It's starting to get frustrating. Seems like weekly I get mailers from the local dealerships telling me they genuinely care about my safety.

I like my flip key. If they at least came up with a slightly prettier solution I'd consider it, because all they want to do is put MORE crap in my pocket with the recall. No thanks.

PalmerGA · 04-22-2016, 04:22 PM

I don't know how anyone could turn off their engine with their knee (with the factory switchblade key). My knee can't reach the key fob... the steering wheel is in the way.

camaro2lt-15 · 04-22-2016, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Tricksta

Technically per the recall you aren't supposed to have the FOB dangle off the key in the ignition.. It was recommended, and I think even stated in the recall to use only the new key without any extra weight on it.

No one at the dealership told me to not have anything hanging off car key

Thanks for the info

That's very helpful.

sasha055 · 04-26-2016, 01:27 PM

I don't usually post here.. but c'mon ppl some common sense?
The knee hitting the key while you're driving.. Dealership didn't tell you to that a dangling fob will be dangling and you can take it off the ring..

That's why the rest of the world laughs at US.. USE you brain!

/rant off

sherob · 04-26-2016, 01:33 PM

What, you mean I can't put everything on my key fob?

MrChrisLS3 · 04-26-2016, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Netraa

got tired of the recall notices so i made it obsolete. The fob is a tri function ultra secure model, it uses dual band UHF and a RF proximity check. It unlocks the doors when the key gets within 6 feet of the car, and you plop down and push the button and off you go.

that's a lot of spaghetti...lol

HDRDTD · 04-26-2016, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MrChrisLS3

that's a lot of spaghetti...lol

And no sauce.

04-22-2016, 03:08 PM	#19
MCSarge USMC 1980-1990 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: MI Posts: 478	Haven't had it done on the 2010 and don't plan on it. The new Chevy Malibu's we just leased for the office all come with the same exact key setup as my Camaro and the ignition is in the same place. There is no way I could hit either key with my leg unless deliberately tried to get my leg up there. Maybe if people didn't have all that crap and lanyards and such hanging from their key rings they wouldn't have any problems. I had my wife and kids remove all that stuff from there key rings for that reason and to quit putting so much weight on the ignition switch and wearing it out prematurely. Just my .02 __________________ USMC 1980-1990 My other toys are Harleys

04-22-2016, 04:22 PM	#23
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	I don't know how anyone could turn off their engine with their knee (with the factory switchblade key). My knee can't reach the key fob... the steering wheel is in the way. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

04-26-2016, 01:33 PM	#26
sherob Drives: 2015 SW 1SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Brighton, CO Posts: 2,736	What, you mean I can't put everything on my key fob? Attached Images __________________ “The Eagles and the Captain and Tennille ruled the airwaves, and we were the answer to it.” - Joey Ramone

04-22-2016, 11:56 AM	#17
deweyg63 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS 500+ h.p. monster Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Charleston IL Posts: 272	Not sure who had the first fob. I had one for a 2001 Jetta

04-26-2016, 01:27 PM	#25
sasha055 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss Cab Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Seattle Posts: 47	I don't usually post here.. but c'mon ppl some common sense? The knee hitting the key while you're driving.. Dealership didn't tell you to that a dangling fob will be dangling and you can take it off the ring.. That's why the rest of the world laughs at US.. USE you brain! /rant off