Ive seen many aftermarket flip keys/ remotes for previous Honda Fit gens, I was wondering if anyone seen one made for the 3rd gens LX models.

Thanks in advance.

 

Resurrecting an old thread. Has anyone had luck with a flip key? I just bought a 2016 LX.

 

I just bought a 2016 LX. Tell me, what's a flip key?

 

Like this:



You buy a blank one, move the electronics from your current key into the new key, then take it to a dealer/locksmith and have the metal part cut. A good write up is here: DIY: Flip Key with Lots of Pictures!!! - Page 45 - 8th Generation Honda Civic Forum

 

One of those "switch blade" keys where the metal key piece flips out from the plastic fob piece. There are instructions here:

DIY: Flip Key with Lots of Pictures!!! - 8th Generation Honda Civic Forum

 

Why would u want this again?

 

Because the key fob with the key extended is gigantic, and isnt comfortable in my pocket?

 

Agreed.....great question, as they sucked on a rental I had, felt like the key blade was gonna fall outta fob at any time.....the stock Honda key is not all that large, imo, 'tis fine in my pocket

 

I found this key which looks like it matches the LX Fit key buttons exactly. I can't find one shipped from the US, and $35 is a bit much in the event that it doesn't match.

JAPAN NEW FLIP KEY REMOTE TO 08-2012 ACCORD SEDAN CHIP TRANSPONDER KEYLESS ENTRY | eBay

 

wait, u have a non-keyless entry push-button start fit? thought all GK came with keyless.

 

LX used a conventional key. EX/EX-L has smart key.

 

Resurrecting this thread...

I found a flip key case on Alibaba that looks it matches the 3rd gen Fit LX key. It's missing the alarm button, but otherwise looks right. Only $5.00 shipped if you buy in with their app. I'll let you know how it works out after it arrives (12-20 days).

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2014...766922354.html

 

This link was dead. Anyone else have a source? I'd love to have a flip key without destroying my only good key.

For non-LX owners, yes, the LX has neither keyless entry nor push button start.

 

The only time I have ever seen an aftermarket flip key in person it was a piece of poorly made garbage and the car would only start when the key was half folded. If you had key completely straight it would disable the car due to the immobilizer not seeing the key.

As with all made in china junk be aware that some things cause more problems than they are worth.