20 Fun Facts About Renault Trafic Key Fob
The Story of the Renault Card Key
In all the inventions which have revolutionized the way we drive, none has made such an impact on the lives of drivers as the hands-free card. Pascaline, the Head of Cross-Cutting Products at Renault Group Products talks us through the history of this little device.
The origins of the card
The hands free card of Renault is an international success. It has become an integral part of the daily life of car owners. It was first developed twenty years ago and is now among the most popular innovations within the company. Pascaline is the head of Cross-Cutting Products in the Products division, takes you on an adventure of discovery to discover the story behind this useful tool.
In changing renault key battery , an executive saloon that embodies 'lifestyle driving", was launched into production. It was a time of great innovation with an array of new features attributes that helped customers enjoy their vehicle to the maximum.
However, the owners of these cars still had to use keys to open and close their doors. Renault engineers realized that this was a huge issue for a lot of people.
In the end, they decided to put the use of a contactless keycard into their vehicles. They then developed the system that would allow motorists to open and start their cars with just a wave of a hand. The card key is now found in two of three Renault vehicles. It's either located in the ignition barrel or the centre console the car will open when the card approaches and will lock automatically when removed. This authentic Renault remote control keycard (without the blade). It is supplied individually clam packed and ready to be programmed with Abrites diagnostics for Renault/ Dacia software with the ProTAG programmer.
The design
A Renault key card or the car remote key can be a great convenience in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, these items are prone to failure because of wear and tear or simply being dropped. It can be frustrating when this happens. Fortunately, there are many ways to replace your Renault key card. Contacting your dealer is an alternative. However, this may take a long time, and it can also be costly. Another option is to visit an expert locksmith.
SR Key Solutions is fully equipped to manufacture and program Renault keys and cards and keys. We can offer an upgrade to your existing key at a significantly lower cost than the dealer would charge. Furthermore, we can complete it much faster than a dealer.
This product is compatible with the Renault Laguna II (keyless entry), Espace 4 (keyless entry) and Vel Satis (keyless entrance system). It shields your keycard while giving it a nice look. It comes in two colours and can be customized with your VIN, logo, etc. It can be used with a regular keychain, or in a key case. This is an authentic Renault part that is only compatible with the vehicle for which it was ordered. Please include your VIN at the time of ordering to ensure the correct key is sent.
The technology
Renault key cards contain transponder chips inside and have a low frequency communication feature which allows the card to communicate with your vehicle. The chips are susceptible to cracking due to use and can be extremely expensive to get them repaired or replaced by a dealer. We can repair or replace your Renault key cards for a fraction the price of a dealership.
The hands-free card first launched in 2001 on the Laguna II saloon, which was designed to embody the 'lifestyle' car of the 21st century. However, despite a detailed design brief that was based on more than 6000 customer interviews that examined their lifestyles, habits and expectations, Renault ran out of time to develop prototypes and test every possible scenarios for use.
Fortunately, the lead of the product on Laguna II, Bernard Dumondel was in an hotel at the time and was using his room key to unlock his car. He believed that a car key could be created using the same magnetic strip used for the key.
In the years following the card was hailed as a revolutionary innovation and is now available on two out of three Renault vehicles. Renault has chosen to use the latest features of smartphones to enhance the hands-free cards, even though it appears that they are about to replace it.
The keyless entry system
The hands-free card from Renault was a groundbreaking piece of technology when it was first introduced 20 years ago. The exterior of the card is identical however the technology has been upgraded to make it easier to use and harder to hack.
It can't be used from outside to open doors or start the car unless the driver has activated it. This is because radio signal antennae "around" the car are set up to determine whether the key is located outside or inside it. The key will continue to turn the ignition from a distance, but not unlock the doors. This is for your safety.
The second is that the system's wireless remote control transmissions employ a rolling-code. This reduces the chance of security being compromised by someone intercepting and retransmitting a control message to gain access but doesn't eliminate the threat completely. [1]
If your Megane's key fob suddenly stops working - specifically after you have dropped it on the floor, it could be an indication that the receiver module has developed an issue. If this is the situation, you'll need to replace it with an authentic Renault replacement. To find out more about key programming, go to the Key Programming Information tab' above. Customers working in the locksmith or motor trade can apply for a special trade account and benefit from preferential pricing.