Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars use a different key system than other car makers. Instead of a key that can be changed into a lock in order to open the doors and begin the engine they use a key card that slots into an in-dash panel reader and a button that needs to be pressed to activate.

If you lose your only Renault key it can take time and cost money to find an alternative from a main dealer. We keep Renault keys and cards in stock so that we can get you back on the road in a short time.

Transponder Chips

Renault has a variety of different systems in relation to their key locks and immobilisers and the latest models starting from 2000 all feature transponder chips. These are tiny circuits inside the key which send signals to the car's computer system, if the signal is not received it will prevent the engine from starting. This is a good security measure to ensure your vehicle is not being stolen and only you can start it.

A key replacement that has a chip is slightly more expensive than a regular key. This is due to the higher manufacturing costs that are associated with the micro-circuit. However, you don't have to pay for a whole lot of money. There are locksmiths who can produce an alternative key with a transponder chip at a much more affordable price than you would be paying at a dealership.

Many Renault owners who lose their keys or key cards believe that the only way to get them back is to go to their dealer. This can be a long process and you may need to wait for long to receive your new key. Instead, you can contact a locksmith who can create an alternative renault kadjar key card key at a much cheaper price and in a fraction of the time that it takes dealers to make the change.

Keys and key cards may become damaged or fail, usually due to the internal workings of the card breaking and cracking over time. Some Renault key card repairers can fix these cards, but this is only an interim solution. The card will likely fail in the near future. A professional locksmith will be able to remove the chip from the old key, and then program a brand new renault key card price Renault key with laptop software. This will restore your remote's functionality and allow you to start the vehicle as normal. This will also keep your vehicle secure from theft since only right keys will start the ignition immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers are electronic devices that block your car from being hot-wired, or removed without the right key. They've been required in the UK on all new vehicles since 1998 and are built into the car's keys or fobs. They function by sending a code to your car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is activated and the car is started. If the code doesn't match, then the ECU disables certain components that are required to run the engine and allow the car to go away.

This stops criminals from using specialized equipment to copy the signal sent by your key, and then transmit it to the car's ECU, so that it can start. This technology has decreased car thefts significantly as it is extremely difficult to steal a vehicle that has this technology installed. Insurance companies typically offer discounts on premiums if you've got the technology installed.

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 inside the barrel reads the microchip, and then sends an information to the ECU. This signal can only be deactivated by removing or programming a key.

A few early renault scenic key card replacement Cost models used static codes that could be copied using special devices, however modern versions have been updated to use shifting or rolling security codes that can only be duplicated using the appropriate technology. This has increased the effectiveness of these systems and it is essential that only certified professionals from Thatcham Research install these anti-theft devices.

If your replacement renault clio key or card isn't working, it might require re-programming. 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 is aware that your time is important and will endeavor to make the process as smooth as we can. We will contact you to inform you how long the process is likely to last, to allow you to plan accordingly. We will ensure that each of our work is done to the highest standard so that you're completely satisfied with the replacement renault clio key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card has become an integral feature of Renault's vehicles. The small device is used to open the vehicle and allow it to start and allows drivers to control other functions, such as the welcome lighting and sound sequence. It is even able to replace keys that are traditional when the driver isn't driving. The idea behind the hands-free cards dates back to 2001 when Renault was planning to launch its Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and noticed how easy it was to lock a room using magnetic cards. He rediscovered the idea and further developed it, eventually making it an integral feature of Renault's models.

To utilize the hands-free cards, you need a card reader installed in the centre console of the vehicle. The reader and card can be programmed with the AVDI/PROTAG software available from Abrites.

Remote Buttons

Renault has long had a reputation for its ingenuity. Renault was the first to develop a "hands free card', which is a small device that lets you unlock your car and start it without touching the handle. It was the first time that a car maker could offer such a technology to its customers, and it changed the way that drivers drive. Its design made it easier to get in and out of cars and it is one of the most frequently used features in any car that is on the road today.

What exactly is it? The key card itself has an extremely tiny microprocessor that needs to be programmed to the specific vehicle. This is done using a specific programer, such as the AVDI. The key can also transmit its own identification code which is used for communication with the immobiliser system of the vehicle.

When you press a button on the remote, the chip inside the key recognizes this and instructs the car to respond in the same manner. This could be anything from opening doors to changing radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is what makes the Renault a highly technologically advanced piece of equipment.

Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who created the 'hands free card'. He was working on a saloon dubbed the Laguna II that was supposed to be the ultimate lifestyle car for the 21st century. He was in an hotel when he attempted to use the keys in the room and realized that it was possible to design keys that could lock and open the car by touching it.

The key is comprised of an outer case (usually black) with buttons as well as a transponder chip a plastic key blade. The case can be swapped with a key that has the transponder chip from a different Renault remote key. It's simple and a good option if the key has had some serious damage, such as buttons that have broken off or deteriorated. If you do have a new key and it doesn't start your car it could be because the immobiliser hasn't been transferred to the new key. To test this, place your old key in the vicinity of the new one. The car should begin.