bruno06

I have an 06 Coupe. The one time I do not put the battery tender on it is when I am having a problem. Car sat for two weeks without running. Neither fob will open the car. The push button on the back end of the car does not work. The manual, registration and all other stuff is in the glove box. I am assuming the extra key that would open the rear hatch is in the glove box also. I just did a search and saw that is one way to get in the car.

All of my proof of ownership is in the glove box which I cannot access. Car is due to go in the shop tomorrow to have interior work done and not sure how to get in the car. Should I just call AAA???

Thanks in advance,

eboggs_jkvl

You might try jacking up the car a little and get access to the starter area. Put jumpers on there and you should be able to get into the car.

Elmer

brooklync5

camarochevy19702

are the 06 fobs not like the newer ones with the spare key built into them?

Don-Vette

That's what I was thinking also.

eboggs_jkvl

No, it is 08+ with the internal key. 07 still had the external key.

bruno06

Everything I have read when I did the search was that the 06-07 do not have the integral key, it is a separate key. Newer models have the key that is built into the fob. My key, if it is even in the car would be in the glove box. This was the first time I knew about this. I may not even have it. Never saw it when I bought the car.

Unfortunately, the car is nose in the garage, snug up to a cabinet. There is no room to maneuver around or get the front end lifted up to get under it.

Looks like I am going to have to go the AAA way and have them try and get in the car.

eboggs_jkvl

Take your VIN number to the dealer and they can cut you a key. Call them first to make sure what you need to have with you to prove you are the owner of the car.

Elmer

RJRSW

The dealer can make a key for you if you give them the VIN number that is displayed on the lower windshield on the drivers side. You can then gain access to the hatch area and open the doors and hood.

If your battery is still the original it is 6 years old and time for a new one. Had to replace the one in my 2007 convert this May and it had only 2,751 miles on the car.

eboggs_jkvl

Are my posts invisible or something? I need to type darker so they can be seen!

bruno06

Thank you all for your responses. Eboggs, I was able to read yours as well

No one commented on calling AAA. My issue is that tomorrow is my date to have the work done and the dealer closest to me is a good hour at least round trip and I have to speak at a function this evening.

i could call AAA and have them at my home tonight to open the car up. At least then I could charge the battery over night. I would definitely get the emergency key soon.

RJRSW

My question would be how is AAA going to be able to open it, they most likely will just drag it out of the garage and unto a flatbed and haul it to a dealer.

studiovette

It's not like they can stick a slim jim in or hanger and pop the door open

If you have AAA they can tow it to the interior shop for you but I'm sure it will still cost you some $$$ since the shop is an hour away.

Keefer07

AAA can get into it very easily. Unlock tool can reach the manual door lever at the side of the seat. 30 seconds tops.

bruno06

They are on their way. I just got home. I will let you know soon. My wife locked her keys in our Chrysler 300 on Thanksgiving and they came out with an air bladder. Looked like a blood pressure cuff. Pumped it up just enough to separate the door frame from the car and then slipped a tool in there to hit the button. They were in and out in no time. Hope they can do the same with the vette.

CO Lightfoot

Let us what technique AAA uses to open your C6.

BTW, after you locate a key, get some spares cut. Under $10 at most places. Use key blank B-106 (same for a Saturn).

I keep one in my wallet.



Oh, and DEFINITELY get a new battery!

bruno06

Thank you all for your input, ideas and suggestions. AAA came out, but mentioned the fact that even if they got in through the glass, pushing the button to unlock the car would not work since it appears the battery is dead. He offered to tow it to the dealer, but he would have had to put the car on dollies and then move the car, etc, etc. I said for $10 I will get the key made. Dealer said with the VIN, Insurance Info and Photo ID they will cut the key.

So problem is resolved and lesson learned. One more reason to be a member of this forum.

Thanks, thanks, and thanks

Keefer07

Should have told him about the manual door lever next to the seat. Lock button wouldn't have worked even if the battery was up. Button is disabled 30 seconds after closing the door.

cclive

This is important...and it makes it nice to lock the car with the targa top off or the convertible top down.

AtHomeSoda

I would have just put a floor jack in the rear, and pulled it out of the garage, far enough so I could jack up the passenger side front, and put the battery charger on the starter... then opened the doors, opened the engine compartment... and replaced the battery... AAA would not be my call... Then get a key made....