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Valet key storage device

  • US 7,930,915 B2
  • Filed: 09/02/2008
  • Issued: 04/26/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/12/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A valet key storage system for an automotive vehicle having an engine switch capable of being started by both a regular key and a valet key, comprising:

  • a valet key for unlocking and starting the vehicle, the valet key having an opening;

    a valet key storage portion located in the body of the vehicle for storing the valet key;

    a locking bar for locking the valet key in the valet key storage portion;

    an elastic driving member for driving the locking bar into the opening of the valet key by elastic force;

    a locking pin for locking the locking bar;

    a driving section for driving the locking pin into engagement with a recess in the locking bar to lock the locking bar;

    a control section for controlling the driving section to extend or withdraw the locking pin to or from the recess in the locking bar upon the actuation of a valet switch.

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