Renault Clio Replacement Key Renault cars have a different key system than other car makers. Instead of the traditional key that can be turned into a lock, the Renault cars have a keycard that slides into the dash panel reader. A button is pressed to activate the card. If you lose your one and only Renault key it can take time and cost money to find a replacement from a main dealer. We have Renault keys and cards in stock so we can return you to the car quickly. Transponder Chips Renault offers a range of keys locks and immobilisers. The most recent systems, which were introduced in 2000, all feature transponder chips. These are tiny circuits embedded in the key. They transmit signals to the computer system of the vehicle. If the signal isn't received the engine won't start. This is a great security measure to ensure that your vehicle is not being stolen and you are the only one who are able to start it. Getting a replacement key with transponder chips is little more expensive than just a basic non-transponder key, this is because of the additional manufacturing costs of having a micro-circuit inside the key, however this does not mean that you are going to spend money. Locksmiths can manufacture keys with a Transponder Chip at a lower cost than you would buy from an auction. Many Renault owners who have lost their keys or key cards think that their only alternative is to visit the dealer, but this could be a lengthy procedure that will leave you waiting for your new key. Instead, you can speak to a locksmith who will be able to make a replacement Renault key at a much cheaper price and in only a fraction of the time that it takes dealers to make the change. Keys and keycards can become damaged or fail. This is usually due to the internal workings of the card being bent and then cracked over time. These can be repaired by certain Renault key card repairers, however this is only temporary fix, and the card is likely to fail again in the near future. A professional locksmith can remove the chip from your old key and use laptop software to create a new key for your Renault car. This will restore your remote's functionality and allow you to start the vehicle as normal. This will also help keep your vehicle safe from theft, since only the correct keys can start 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 embedded into the keys or fobs of your vehicle. When the key is activated the code is sent to the ECU (Electronic Control Unit). If the code is not the identical, the ECU disables the components needed to start the engine, and then stop 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 and it will start. This technology has decreased car thefts by a significant amount since it is extremely difficult to steal a vehicle that has this technology installed. Insurance companies usually offer discounts on premiums when you have it fitted. The immobiliser is usually hidden in the head of the car key. It is a microchip that is activated by inserting the key into the ignition barrel. A coil around barrel detects the microchip and transmits a message to the ECU. This signal is only deactivated by removing or programming a key. Early Renault models included static codes that could be easily copied by special devices. Modern versions employ rolling or changing codes, which can only be duplicated by the appropriate technology. This has greatly increased the effectiveness of these systems and is why it's important to only install such anti-theft devices installed by Thatcham Research approved professionals. If your renault Clio replacement key or card isn't working then it may need to be re-programmed. 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, often within one hour of your phone call. We understand that your time is precious, and so our team will try to make sure the process runs as smoothly as possible. We will inform you of the estimated time for service so that you can plan your schedule accordingly. We will make sure that all of our work is carried out in the highest quality, so that you are completely satisfied with the replacement key. Key Cards The hands-free card is a crucial component of Renault's popular line of cars. The tiny device can be used to unlock and start the vehicle, but it also allows drivers to control various other functions, such as the lighting and the sound welcome sequence, and it can even serve as a substitute for a traditional car key when the driver is not driving. The concept behind the hands-free cards dates back to 2001 in the year 2001, when Renault was making preparations to launch their Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and saw how easy it was to lock a room using the use of a magnet card. He developed the idea further and eventually made it a standard feature in Renault's vehicles. To make use of the hands-free card you will require a card reader installed in the centre console of the vehicle. The reader and card can be programmed with the AVDI/PROTAG program available from Abrites. Remote Buttons Renault has always had a reputation for innovation. They created the first 'hands-free card', which is a small device that allows you to unlock and start your car without having to touch the door handle. It was the first such technology that automobile manufacturers could offer to customers and changed the way people drive. Its design made it easier to get into and out of automobiles and is one of the most widely utilized features of any car in the market today. But how does it work? The key card itself is a tiny microprocessor that has to be programmed to the specific vehicle. This is done with a special programmer such as the AVDI. The key is also able to transmit its own identification number, which allows it to communicate with the vehicle's immobiliser system. When you press a button on your remote, the chip in the key detects this and tells the car to respond the same way. This could range from opening doors to switching radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is the reason why Renault a very smart piece of technology. Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who designed the 'hands-free card'. He was working on a saloon named the Laguna II that was supposed to be the ultimate lifestyle car for the 21st Century. He was staying in the hotel when he tried to use the room keys and realised that it was possible to create keys that lock and start the car by pressing it. The key is made up of an outer casing (usually black), buttons that are black, a chip transponder, and a plastic blade. The case can be swapped by using a key with the transponder chip from a different Renault remote key. This is an easy and efficient solution if your key has been seriously damaged, such as the buttons are broken or worn out. If you do have a new key but it doesn't start your car this is probably because the immobiliser hasn't transferred over. To renault captur key card replacement , hold the old key close to the new one. The car should start.
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