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The Story of the Renault Card Key
The hands-free card is among of the most important inventions to have ever changed the way people use cars. Pascaline Head Cross-Cutting Products for Renault Group Products, walks us through the background and development of the device.
The origins of the card
Hands free cards from Renault are an international success. It's become an essential element of the everyday life of car owners. Since its first introduction 20 years ago it is among the company's leading innovations. Pascaline is the head of Cross-Cutting Products in the Products division takes you on a journey of discovery in order to discover the story behind this useful accessory.
It was in 2001 when the Laguna II, a saloon designed to embody 'lifestyle' driving, was introduced into production. It was an era of great innovation with a variety of new equipment capabilities that let customers take advantage of their vehicle to the fullest.
The occupants of the homes had to use keys to open and close their doors. This was a real issue for a lot of people and Renault engineers were determined to do something about the issue.
As a result, they decided to put the use of a contactless keycard into their vehicles. They then developed a system that would enable drivers to unlock and start their vehicles by simply waving hands. The result is the card key, that is now found on a third of Renault vehicles. If it's in the ignition barrel or the centre console the car will open when the card approaches and close automatically when it's removed. This is a genuine Renault remote control key card (without the blade). It comes in a clam-packed box and is ready to be programmed using Abrites Diagnostics for Renault/ Dacia Software with the ProTAG Programmer.
The design
A Renault key card or even remote car keys, can be a fantastic convenience to have in our everyday lives. However, these devices are prone to malfunction due to wear and tear or being dropped. It can be a frustrating experience when this occurs. Fortunately, there are many options to replace your Renault key card. Contacting your dealership is one alternative. It could take a while and could be costly. Another option is to contact a professional locksmith.
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This product is compatible with the Renault Laguna II (keyless entry), Espace 4 (keyless entry) and Vel Satis (keyless entrance system). It protects your keycard whilst creating a beautiful design. It is available in two colors and can be personalized by adding your VIN or a logo. It can be tucked away in an accessory case for keys or with a standard keychain. This is an original Renault part that can only fit the vehicle that you ordered. Please provide your VIN to ensure that the correct key is delivered.
The technology
Renault key cards come with transponder chips, as well as a low-frequency communication feature. This enables the card to talk to your car. The chips are susceptible to cracking due to regular use, and it's costly to replace or repair them at a dealer. We can repair or replace your Renault key cards at just a fraction of the cost of a dealership.
The first hands-free card was introduced in 2001, on the Laguna II saloon. This car was designed to be the car that would be the most desirable of the 21st century. Renault could not test all possible uses, despite a detailed design brief based upon over 6,000 interviews with customers.
Luckily, the product lead on Laguna II, Bernard Dumondel was staying in an hotel at the time. He was using his room key to unlock his car. The key he was using had a small magnetic strip, he thought it would be possible to create a car key that functioned similarly.
In the years following the card was hailed as a revolutionary innovation and is now available in two out of three Renault vehicles. While smartphones seem to be in the process of replacing it, Renault has chosen to harness these new capabilities without leaving the hands-free cards off the radar.
The keyless entry system
The hands-free card of Renault was a ground-breaking piece of technology when it was first introduced 20 years ago. Its exterior remains the same but the technology inside has seen some improvements to make it more user-friendly and less difficult to hack.
Firstly, it can't be used to unlock the doors or start the engine from outside the vehicle unless it is activated by the driver. This is because radio signal antennae "around" the vehicle are programmed to detect the presence of the key outside or inside it. The key will work at a distance to begin the ignition, but not to unlock the doors. This is to protect you.
The wireless remote control transmissions of the system use the rolling-code. This decreases the risk of the security being breached by someone intercepting and retransmitting an authorization message to gain access, but doesn't eliminate the risk completely. [1]
If the key fob on your Megane suddenly stops working, particularly after dropping it to the floor, it could be an indication that the receiver module is damaged. If this is the situation, you will need to replace your key fob with an original Renault replacement. Click the 'Key Programming Information tab to find out more. Customers who are in the locksmith or motor trade can register for a special trade account, and enjoy special pricing.