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Can't get into Honda accord

Sneaker
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Something has gone wrong with my key fob. I can open the drivers door with key to unlock it but trouble is I always park right up against the garage wall and climb over and out passenger side. The key unlocking only opens the drivers door and there's only about a 3 inch gap.

So I've no hope of getting in through the door.

Can anyone help me with any suggestions on how to get into the car?

Thanks
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  • GwylimT
    GwylimT Posts: 6,530 Forumite
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    Can you open the boot?
  • Spank
    Spank Posts: 1,751 Forumite
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    brick, rock or metal bar :)
  • Spank
    Spank Posts: 1,751 Forumite
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    OK serious answer. Have you tried changing the battery?
  • Robin9
    Robin9 Posts: 12,464 Forumite
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    Spare key fob ?
    Never pay on an estimated bill. Always read and understand your bill
  • Hoof_Hearted
    Hoof_Hearted Posts: 2,362 Forumite
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    Climb over, open the door a few inches, insert key in ignition and open the electric passenger window. Open the door and Bob's your uncle. You may need to borrow a small child if the gap is tiny.
    Je suis sabot...
  • Iceweasel
    Iceweasel Posts: 4,842 Forumite
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    Park with the passenger door up against the garage wall. Simple.
  • Sneaker
    Sneaker Posts: 465 Forumite
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    Think the battery is dead. Got a feeling I left the interior light on so electrics won't work.

    I park on drivers side as it's easier to get close by sticking head out window
  • Sneaker
    Sneaker Posts: 465 Forumite
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    Oh and no boot hasn't got a lock
  • Iceweasel
    Iceweasel Posts: 4,842 Forumite
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    You'll need a trolley jack and a couple of strong friends.

    Jack up both rear wheels off the ground at once and pull the car away from the wall.

    Then do the same with the front end.

    Don't park like that again, because this will happen again.

    You should be able to judge the distance from the wall by the space between the wall and the mirror on the passenger side.
  • Sneaker
    Sneaker Posts: 465 Forumite
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    Thanks. I can get door open about 4 inches. Gonna buy a litter grabber and see if I can pull the passenger door lock up
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