Then You've Found Your Suzuki Swift Key ... Now What?

Suzuki Swift Replacement Key

If you've lost your keys, go through the steps you have taken (including your pants and coat pockets). You might be asked to show proof of ownership, like the title of your vehicle or registration.

If your car is more recent, it may have a transponder, or smart key/fob which require programming to match the immobiliser systems within the vehicle. This is where an automotive locksmith is useful.

Keyless Entry

Keyless entry lets you unlock your car and then start it without needing to insert your key into the lock. This system uses radio signals that emanate by the vehicle. Then, you have a key fob that searches for these signals. If the key fob is in range of the radio signals, it sends an encoded code that unlocks the door and disables the car's standard immobiliser, which is located in the engine control module (ECU).

Certain systems have a remote ignition feature that allows you to start your car with the key fob or a button that is located on the dashboard. This feature is a lifesaver when you need to run out and buy groceries, or if keys are locked inside.

Convenience is the primary benefit. You can get into your car without having your key fumble in the dark, which can be difficult when you are carrying a lot. This system can be used to open the trunk and hatch that is ideal for people who are carrying tons of cargo.

If your keyless entry or start isn't working it could be the battery inside your key fob. You can usually determine whether this is the case by looking on the back of your key fob. There's a button you can press to pop it open. If this isn't working, you might need to take your car to a professional locksmith or dealer to get the key fob programmed.

Immobiliser

The Immobiliser is an inbuilt security device that blocks you from starting your car without an ignition key. It works by comparing the digital code in the key fob or key with a specific code that is embedded inside the vehicle's ECU. Once these codes match then the ECU activates the fuel system and ignition circuit. If the codes don't match then your car will not start when the fuel pump or ignition circuit is blocked.

While suzuki replacement key fob does prevent most thieves from stealing hot-wiring and starting your car, it is not foolproof and could be defeated by determined criminals. This is why it's essential to take other, more sensible security measures in place, including keeping valuables hidden from view and avoiding leaving them in the vehicle when you're not in it.

A faraday pouch is an additional security measure. It blocks the signal between the car's electronic system and the key fob, making it more difficult for thieves and criminals to copy and intercept that signal. The most recent Suzuki models also have a second security measure that requires the key to be placed near the ignition when turning it on.

Modern immobilisers are vulnerable to attacks from criminals who have advanced skills, despite these measures. In one study, Jaap Bokslag, a researcher at the prestigious University of Amsterdam, tried to steal three popular vehicles and cracked the immobiliser within six minutes using known flaws.

Security System

Suzukis are among the most popular vehicles on Australian roads. They come with a factory installed immobiliser to prevent them from being hot-wired. When you use the key to start your car, it has a transponder chip within it that is smaller than the PS1 coin that sends an unique code to the vehicles electronic control unit (ECU). If the ECU does not receive this code, when you insert the ignition key into the barrel, your vehicle will not start.

From 1996 onwards, Suzuki dealers used two different dealer-installed systems. The first system was developed by Advance Security. The original keyfob used for this system featured the Suzuki brand on the front and FCC ID B23AT54 on the back. The original keyfob was removed, but a two-button Hellfire remote (also manufactured by Advance Security) is still available for purchase at Remotes Unlimited.

After 2000, the majority of new Suzukis will come with a factory key-lock mechanism that has a built in immobiliser. The key is equipped with an extremely small chip that functions as transponder. It is concealed under the cap of a plastic. The chip has a code that the ECU of the vehicle scans for when the key is placed in the ignition barrel. If the chip inside the new key doesn't match the one in the ECU and your car doesn't start. Auckland auto locksmiths can fix the issue quickly and inexpensively even if the issue is difficult to solve.

Keys

The majority of Suzukis come with a key that contains a microchip (transponder chip) which is less than a coin that you keep in your pocket. When you insert your key into the barrel of your ignition the ECU in your car reads the data from the chip. If the code doesn't match, the car will not start. If you have lost your key and do not have a spare, you'll require an auto locksmith that has the right equipment to replace it.

I program and supply two or three Suzuki transponder keys and smart key fobs each week, they are quite easy to do. But if you have lost all your keys, you'll need to go to your dealer or a locksmith equipped with a good diagnostic tool because they'll need to program the replacement for your vehicle. Suzuki dealers will take anywhere from one to a week to complete this procedure. Auto Locksmiths can code keys much faster and cheaper since they have the right equipment. This is not the case with non-transponder metal keys, which don't need codes.