renault trafic key replacement Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars have a different key system than other car makers. Instead of a key that is transformed into a lock to open the doors and start the engine, they have a key card that slot into a dash panel reader and a button needs pressing to activate.

If you lose your only Renault key it can cost you time and money to get replacement keys from a major dealer. We have Renault keys and cards on hand to return you to the car quickly.

Transponder Chips

Renault offers a variety of immobilisers and keys locks. The most recent systems, starting in 2000, all have transponder chips. These are small mini circuits in the key that send signals to the car’s computer system If the signal is not received, it will prevent the engine from starting. This is a great security measure to ensure that your vehicle cannot be stolen and only you will be able to start it.

Getting a replacement key with transponder chips is bit more expensive than a basic non-transponder key, this is due to the additional manufacturing costs of having a micro-circuit in the key, but this does not mean you will have to pay money. Locksmiths can make keys with a Transponder Chip for less than the one you’d buy from an auction.

Many Renault owners who lose their keys or key cards think that the only solution is to visit their dealer. This could be a lengthy process and you may be waiting some time to receive your new key. Instead, you can contact a locksmith who can create an alternative Renault key at a much cheaper cost and in only a fraction of the time it takes for a dealership to do so.

Keys and keycards may be damaged or fail. This is usually due to the internal workings of card breaking and cracking over time. Certain Renault key repair experts are able to repair these cards but this is only an interim solution. The card will most likely fail in the future. A professional locksmith can remove the chip from your old key and use laptop software to program a new key to your Renault car. This will restore the functionality of your remote and allow you to start your vehicle in the same way as you normally do. This will also keep your vehicle safe from theft, as only the correct keys can activate the ignition immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers stop your car from being hot-wired, or driven with a non-existent key. Since 1998, they are required in the UK for all new vehicles. They are built into the keys or fobs of your car. They work by sending an electronic code to the car’s ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is triggered and the car is started. If the code isn’t the same then the ECU disables certain components needed to start the engine and drive away the vehicle.

This prevents a criminal from using specialized equipment to copy the signal emitted by your key and send it to the car’s ECU, so that it can 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 when you have the technology installed.

The immobiliser is typically concealed within the head of your car key and consists of a microchip that is activated when the key is put into the ignition barrel. A coil around barrel detects the microchip and transmits an alert to the ECU. This signal is only deactivated by removing or programming a key.

The earliest renault key fob replacement models had static codes that could be copied using special devices, however modern versions have been upgraded to utilize changing or rolling security codes that can only be replicated with the appropriate technology. This has significantly increased the effectiveness of the system and is the reason it is important to only install these kinds of anti-theft devices installed by Thatcham Research approved professionals.

If you have a Renault Clio card or key that isn’t working, it may be necessary to reprogram it. At Car Keys Solutions we keep all Renault Megane car key keys and cards in stock and can cut and program the new key while you wait, usually within an hour of receiving your phone call.

Our team is aware that your time is precious, so we will always try to make the process as easy as possible. We will let you know the estimated time of service so that you can plan your schedule accordingly. We will ensure that each of our work is carried out to the highest standard, so that you are completely satisfied with the replacement key for renault clio key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card is an increasingly popular feature in Renault’s range of cars. This small gadget is used to open 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 an old-fashioned key when the driver isn’t driving. The hands-free card was first developed in 2001, as renault clio key card replacement was preparing to launch the Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and saw how easy it was to lock a room with a magnet card. He further developed the idea and eventually made it a standard feature of Renault’s automobiles.

To make use of the hands-free card 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-standing standing as a leader in innovation. Renault was the first to produce a ‘hands free card’, which is a small device that lets you unlock your car and start it without even touching the handle. It was the first technology that automobile manufacturers could offer its customers and revolutionised the way that people drive. Its design made it simple to get into and out of cars. It is one of the most popular features of a car in the present.

What exactly is it? The key card contains an internal microprocessor which must be programmed to the vehicle. This is done with a specific programer, such as the AVDI. The key is also able to transmit its own identification number which is used to connect with the car’s immobiliser system.

When you hit a button on the remote, the chip in the key recognizes this and tells the car to respond in the same manner. This can include anything from opening the doors to changing the radio station or setting the temperature control. This is the reason why Renault a very smart piece of technology.

Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who developed the ‘hands free card’. He was working on the Laguna II, a saloon that was said to embody the car that is a lifestyle vehicle of the 21st century. He was staying in the hotel when he tried to use the room keys and realized it was possible to create keys that could lock and start the car by touching it.

The key consists of an outer casing (usually black) buttons as well as a chip transponder a plastic blade. The case can be replaced with a an alternative key that has been equipped with the transponder chip from another Renault remote key. This is a simple and efficient option if your key has been severely damaged, for example the buttons are damaged or worn out. However, if you have a new key but it won’t start your car it is likely because the immobiliser isn’t transferred to the new key. To test this, simply hold the old key close to the new one and the car should begin.