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Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars have a different key system that is different from other car manufacturers. Instead of a key that can be changed into a lock in order to open the doors and begin the engine they have a keycard that slot into a dash panel reader and a button to press to activate.

It can be lengthy and costly to purchase a replacement key from the main dealer if you only have one Renault key. We keep Renault keys and cards in stock so can get you back on the road quickly.

Transponder Chips

Renault has a variety of different systems related to their immobilisers and key locks, the newer ones starting in 2000 have transponder chips. These are tiny mini circuits that are embedded into the key. They send signals to the computer system in the vehicle. If the signal isn't received the engine won't start. This is a good security measure to ensure that your vehicle isn't stolen and you are the only one who can start it.

Finding a replacement key with transponder chips is a bit more expensive than an ordinary non-transponder key this is due to the extra manufacturing costs of having a micro-circuit inside the key, however this does not mean that you'll have to pay an arm and a leg. There are locksmiths who can produce an alternative key that has a transponder chip for a much more affordable price than what you'd pay at an auto dealer.

Many Renault Key Card Not Unlocking Car owners who have lost their keys or key cards believe that the only alternative is to visit the dealer, but this could be a lengthy process that will see you waiting for a long time to receive your new key. Instead, you can call a locksmith who can make you a replacement renault van keys renault car key cover key at a much lower cost and in less time it takes for an auto dealer to make it.

Keys and key cards can be damaged or fail, this is usually due to the internal workings of the card being bent and cracking over time. Some Renault key card repairers can fix these cards, however this is temporary solution. The card is likely to fail in the near future. A professional locksmith can remove the chip on the old key, and then program a new Renault key with laptop software. This will restore the functionality of your remote and allow you to start the vehicle as normal. This will also help keep your vehicle secure from theft, since only the correct keys will work to start the ignition immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers are electronic devices that block your car from being hot-wired, or driven away without the proper key. They've been required in the UK on all new vehicles since 1998 and are built into the fobs or keys of your car. They function by sending a code to the car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is activated and the car is started. If the code is not the same, the ECU disables the components needed to start the engine and then drive away the car.

This prevents criminals from using special devices that copy the signal emitted from your key and transmits it to the ECU of the car to allow it to start. This technology has decreased car thefts significantly as it is very difficult to steal a vehicle equipped with this technology. Insurance companies typically offer discounts on premiums if you have it fitted.

The immobiliser mechanism is usually concealed within the head of your car keys and comprises a microchip that is activated when the key is inserted into the ignition barrel. A coil that is inserted around the barrel reads the microchip, and then sends a message to the ECU. This signal can only be removed using a programmed or removed key.

A few early Renault models had static codes that could be copied using special devices, but the most recent versions have been upgraded to use changing or rolling security codes which can only be duplicated using the appropriate technology. This has improved the efficiency of these systems, and it is important that only professionals who have been approved by Thatcham Research install these anti-theft devices.

If you own a renault clio key or card that isn't functioning it could be necessary to program it again. At Car Keys Solutions we keep all Renault keys and cards in stock and are able to cut and program an entirely new key while you wait, usually within one hour of your call.

Our team understands that your time is valuable, so we will always endeavor to make the process as easy as we can. We will get in touch with you to let you know what time the service is likely to take, so you can plan according to your needs. We will ensure that the work we do is completed in the highest quality so that you're 100% satisfied with your new key from Renault.

Key Cards

The hands-free card is a key element in renault zoe key's popular range of cars. The small device is used to unlock the vehicle and allow it to start and allows drivers to control other functions, such as the welcome lighting and the sound sequence. It can even replace keys that are traditional when the driver isn't in the car. The hands-free card was first conceived in 2001, as renault car key was preparing to launch the Laguna II saloon. One of the designers, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in the hotel when he realized how simple it was to lock his room with a magnetic card. He adapted the idea and further developed it before making it an integral feature of renault scenic key card replacement cost's models.

To use the hands-free card, you'll need a reader installed in the centre console of the vehicle. The reader and the key card can be programmed using the AVDI or PROTAG programs available from Abrites.

Remote Buttons

Renault has long-standing standing as a leader in innovation. It was the first company to produce a 'hands free card', a tiny device which allows you unlock your car and start it without having to touch the handle. It was the first such technology that automobile manufacturers could offer its customers and changed the way that people drive. Its design made it easy to get into and out of cars. It is among the most popular features of cars today.

But how does it work? The key card contains a microprocessor that must be programmed for the vehicle. This is done with an specialized programer like the AVDI. The key is also able to transmit its own identification code, that is used to communicate with the immobiliser system of the car.

The chip inside the key is able to detect the moment you press the button on the remote, and tells the vehicle to respond the same way. This can include anything from opening the doors to changing the radio station or setting the temperature control. This is what makes Renault an extremely sophisticated piece of technology.

Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who created the 'hands-free card'. He was working on a saloon named the Laguna II that was supposed to be the lifestyle car for the 21st Century. He was in a hotel when he tried to use the keys in the room and realized it was possible to make keys that could lock and open the car by pressing it.

The key is comprised of an outer case (usually black) with buttons along with a transponder chip as well as the key blade made of plastic. The case can be swapped by using a key with the transponder chip of another Renault remote key. This is easy to do and a good option if the key has had some serious damage, like buttons that have broken off or have worn away. If you have a brand new key but it isn't able to start your car, this is probably because the immobiliser was not transferred. To test this, hold the old key close to the new one and the car should start.