Renault Clio Replacement Key
Renault cars use a different system for keys than most other makes. Instead of a key that can be changed into a lock in order to open the doors and start the engine they use a key card that slots into the dash panel reader, and a button to press to activate.
If you lose your one and only Renault key it can cost time and money getting a replacement from a main dealer. We keep Renault keys and cards on hand so we can get you back on the road fast.
Transponder Chips
Renault offers a variety of immobilisers and keys locks. The newer systems, which were introduced in 2000, all feature transponder chips. These are tiny circuits in the key that send signals to the computer system of the car, if the signal isn't received it will stop the engine from being started. This is a good security measure to ensure that your vehicle isn't stolen and you are the only one who are able to start it.
A replacement key that has a transponder chip is a bit more expensive than an ordinary non-transponder key this is because of the additional manufacturing costs associated with having a micro-circuit inside the key, but this doesn't mean you will have to pay the full amount. You can find a locksmith who can make an alternative key with a transponder chip at an affordable cost than you would be paying at the dealership.
Many Renault owners who have lost their keys or cards believe that their only alternative is to visit the dealer, which can be a lengthy process that will see you waiting a while for your new key. Instead, you can contact an expert locksmith to create the replacement Renault Key at only a fraction of the price it costs and takes the time of a dealer.
Keys and keycards can be damaged or fail. This is usually caused by the internal workings of card bending and cracked over time. Key cards can be repaired by certain Renault key repairers, but it is only temporary fix, and the card will most likely fail again in the future. A professional locksmith can remove the chip from the old key and use laptop software to create a new key for your Renault car. This will restore the function of your remote and enable you to start your car like a normal. This will also keep your vehicle secure from theft, as only the right keys will activate the ignition immobiliser.
Immobilisers
Immobilisers stop your car from being hot-wired, or driven without the correct key. They've been mandatory in the UK on all new cars since 1998 and are integrated into the fobs or keys of your car. They work by sending an electronic code to the car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is activated and the vehicle is started. If the code isn't the identical it will cause the ECU disables certain components needed to start the engine and drive away the vehicle.
This is a way to stop criminals from using special equipment to copy the signal generated by your key and transmit it to the car's ECU and it can start. This has significantly reduced the number of car thefts because it would be extremely difficult to steal cars with this technology. This is the reason insurance companies typically offer an increase on your premium when it is fitted.
The immobiliser is typically hidden in the head of the car key. It is a microchip which is activated by inserting the key into the ignition barrel. renault key card replacement inside the barrel reads the chip and then sends an electrical signal to the ECU which can only be deactivated by an authorised key or dismantling the chip from the key.
Some early Renault models used static codes that could be copied by special devices, but the most recent versions have been upgraded to utilize shifting or rolling security codes which can only be replicated with the appropriate technology. This has improved the efficiency of these systems and it is essential that only professionals who have been approved by Thatcham Research install these devices to prevent theft.
If you own a renault Clio key or card that is not working it could be necessary to reprogram it. Car Keys Solutions keeps all Renault keys and cards on hand and can cut and program your new key while you wait.
Our team recognizes that your time is valuable We will strive to make the process as easy as we can. We will contact you to let you know what time the service will likely to take so that you can plan in advance. We will ensure that the work we do is completed in the highest quality so that you're completely satisfied with your replacement key for your renault.
Key Cards
The hands-free card is a key component of Renault's popular line of vehicles. This small gadget is used to open the vehicle and then start it, but also allows drivers to control other functions such as the welcome lighting and sound sequence. It could even replace keys that are traditional when the driver's not driving. The hands-free card was initially conceived in 2001, as Renault prepared to launch the Laguna II saloon. One of the designers, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in an hotel when he noticed how simple it was to lock the room using an electronic card. He developed the idea further and eventually made it a standard feature of Renault's vehicles.
You will need a card-reader installed in the vehicle's center console to be able to use the hands-free card. The reader and the key card can be programmed with the AVDI or PROTAG programmes available from Abrites.
Remote Buttons
Renault has long-standing standing as a leader in innovation. They invented the first hands-free card', a tiny device that lets you unlock and start your car without touching the door handle. It was the first time a manufacturer of a car could offer such a technology to its customers, and it revolutionised the way drivers drive. Its design made it simple to get in and out of cars. It is among the most sought-after features of cars today.
But how does it work? The key card contains an embedded microprocessor that needs to be programmed for the vehicle. This is done using a specific programer, such as the AVDI. The key is also able to transmit its own identification code, which allows it to connect with the immobiliser system of the car.
When you press a button on your remote, the chip in the key detects this and instructs the car to respond in the same way. This could include anything from opening the doors to changing the radio station or setting the temperature control. This is what makes the Renault a very sophisticated piece of technology.
Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who created the 'hands free card'. He was working on the Laguna II, a saloon that was said to embody the modern-day car of the 21st century. He was in an hotel when he attempted to use the keys in the room and realised that it would be possible to make keys that lock and start the car by pressing it.
The key is made up of an outer case (usually black) with buttons as well as a transponder chip the key blade made of plastic. The case can be changed by using a key with the transponder chip from another Renault remote key. This is easy to do and is a great option if the key has had some serious damage, for example if the buttons have broken off or worn away. However, if you have a new key and it won't start your car this is probably because the immobiliser isn't transferred to the new key. To test this, hold the old key close to the new one and your car should begin.