Speak "Yes" To These 5 Renault Clio Replacement Key Tips
Renault Clio Replacement Key
Renault cars have a unique system for keys than most other brands. Instead of a key that can be turned into a lock to open the doors and begin the engine they have a key card that slot into an in-dash panel reader and a button needs pressing to activate.
If you lose your sole Renault key, it could take time and cost money to find an alternative from a main dealer. We have Renault keys and cards in our inventory to help you get back into the car as quickly as possible.
Transponder Chips
Renault offers a variety of keys locks and immobilisers. The latest systems, beginning in 2000, all have transponder chips. These are tiny mini circuits that are embedded into the key. They transmit signals to the computer system in the car. If the signal isn't received the engine won't be able to start. This is a good security measure to ensure that your vehicle isn't stolen and only you can start it.
A replacement key that comes with chip is slightly more expensive than a regular key. This is due to the extra manufacturing costs that are associated with the micro-circuit. But, you won't be required to shell out for a whole lot of money. You can find a locksmith who can make keys 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 think that their only alternative is to visit the dealer, which can be a long process that will see you waiting for a long time to receive your new key. Instead, contact an expert locksmith to create a replacement Renault Key for only a fraction of the price it costs and requires an appointment at a dealership.
Keys and keycards may be damaged or even fail. This is usually due to the internal workings of card being bent and then cracked over time. Some Renault key repair experts can fix these cards, but this is only temporary solution. The card will likely fail in the near future. A professional locksmith will be able to remove the chip from your old key and use laptop software to program a new key for your Renault car. This will restore the functionality of your remote and enable you to start your car like a normal. This will also help keep your car safe from theft as only the correct key is able to activate the immobiliser.
Immobilisers
Immobilisers prevent your car from being hot-wired or driven with a non-existent key. Since 1998, they have been mandatory in the UK for all new cars. They are embedded in the fobs or keys of your vehicle. When the key is activated it sends a code to the ECU (Electronic Control Unit). If the code does not match then the ECU disables certain components that are needed to operate the engine and then take the car away.
This stops criminals from using special equipment to copy the signal emitted by your key and transmit it to the car's ECU and it can begin. This has drastically reduced car thefts since it is extremely difficult to steal cars with this technology. This is the reason why insurance companies generally offer a discount on your premium when it is fitted.
The immobiliser is typically concealed within the head of your car key. It is comprised of a microchip which is activated when the key is put into the ignition barrel. A coil inside the barrel reads the microchip and sends an alert to the ECU. This signal is only deactivated by removing or programming a key.
Early Renault models had static codes that were easily copied using special devices. More recent versions use rolling or changing codes, which can only be duplicated with the proper technology. This has greatly improved the effectiveness of these systems and is the reason it is vital to have these types of anti-theft devices fitted by Thatcham Research approved professionals.
If renault key fob G28 or card is not working, it might require reprogramming. At Car Keys Solutions we keep all Renault keys and cards in stock, and can cut and program a new key while you wait, typically within one hour of your phone call.
We know that time is precious, and so our team will do everything to ensure that the process runs as smoothly as we can. We will contact you to inform you how long the service is likely to last, to allow you to plan accordingly. We will ensure that each of our work is carried out in the highest quality so that you're completely satisfied with your renault clio replacement key.
Key Cards
The hands-free card is a key component of Renault's popular line of cars. This small gadget is used to unlock the vehicle and then start it, but also allows drivers to control other functions, such as the welcome lighting and the sound sequence. It can even replace keys that are traditional when the driver isn't driving. The hands-free card was first conceived in 2001, as Renault was preparing to launch the Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and was amazed at how easy it was to lock a room with a magnet card. He took the concept and further developed it before making it a standard feature on Renault's models.
To use 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 using the AVDI/PROTAG programs available from Abrites.
Remote Buttons
Renault has a long-standing reputation for innovation. They invented the first hands-free card', a tiny device that allows you to unlock and start your car without having to touch the door handle. It was the first such technology that an auto manufacturer could offer its customers and changed the way that people drive. Its design made it easier to get into and out of cars. It is among the most popular features of cars in the present.
How does it work? The key card itself is a tiny microprocessor which has to be programmed to the specific vehicle. This is done by using a specific tool like the AVDI or PROTAG programmer. The key also has the ability 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 recognizes this and tells the car to respond in the same way. This could range from opening doors to changing radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is what makes Renault an extremely sophisticated piece of technology.
The 'hands-free card' was the brainchild of a design team led by Bernard Dumondel. 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 in an hotel when he attempted to use the keys for his room and realised that it was possible to design keys that could lock and start the car just by touching it.
The key consists of an outer casing (usually black) buttons, a chip transponder and an aluminum blade. The case can be replaced with a key that has the transponder chip from another Renault remote key. This is a simple and efficient solution in the event that your key is seriously damaged, like buttons that have been damaged or worn out. If you have a new key but it does not start your car, this is probably because the immobiliser was not transferred. To test this, hold the old key to the new one and the car will start.