Renault Clio Replacement Key
Renault cars have a unique method of keys than other makes. Instead of a key that can be transformed into a lock to open the doors and begin the engine they have a keycard that is slotted into a dash panel reader and a button needs pressing to activate.
If you lose your one and only Renault key, it could cost time and money getting an alternative from a main dealer. We keep Renault keys and cards in stock so that we you can get back on the road in a short time.
Transponder Chips
Renault offers a range of different systems related to their immobilisers and key locks and the latest models starting from 2000 all feature transponder chips. These are tiny mini circuits embedded in the key. They send signals to the computer system of the car. If the signal is not received, the engine won't be able to start. This is a good security measure to ensure that your vehicle is not being taken away and only you can start it.
A key replacement that has a chip is slightly more expensive than a regular key. This is due to the additional manufacturing costs associated with the micro-circuit. However, you won't be required to shell out an arm and a leg. There are locksmiths who can produce an alternative key with a transponder chip at an affordable cost than what you'd pay at the dealership.
Many Renault owners who have lost their keys or key cards believe that the only alternative is to visit the dealer, but this could be a long procedure that will leave you waiting for your new key. Instead, you can speak to a locksmith who will be able to make you the replacement Renault key at a cheaper price and in a fraction of the time that it takes an auto dealer to make it.
Keys and key cards can become damaged or fail, this is usually due to the internal mechanisms of the card breaking and cracking over time. Key cards can be repaired by certain Renault key repairers, but this is an interim fix and the card will most likely fail again in the near future. A professional locksmith can remove the chip from your old key and use laptop software to program a new key to your Renault car. This will restore the function of your remote and allow you to start your car in the same way as you normally would. This will also help keep your car safe from theft, as only the correct key will work to activate the immobiliser.
Immobilisers
Immobilisers are electronic devices that stop your car from being hot-wired, or driven away without the proper key. Since 1998, they're mandatory in the UK for all new vehicles. They are integrated 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 doesn't match, then the ECU disables certain components that are needed to start the engine and drive the car away.
This stops criminals from using special equipment to copy the signal generated by your key, and then transmit it to the car's ECU and it can begin. This technology has decreased car thefts significantly as it is extremely difficult to steal a vehicle equipped with this technology. Insurance companies typically offer discounts on premiums if you have the technology installed.
The immobiliser is typically located inside the head of your car key and is comprised of a microchip which is activated when the key is inserted into the ignition barrel. A coil that is inserted around the barrel reads the microchip, and then sends a message to the ECU. This signal is only deactivated with a programmed or removed key.
The earliest Renault models included static codes that could be easily copied using special devices. More recent versions use rolling or changing codes, which can only be duplicated by the right technology. This has improved the efficiency of these systems and it is essential that only Thatcham Research-approved professionals install these anti-theft devices.
If you own a renault Clio key or card that isn't working it could be necessary to program it again. Car Keys Solutions keeps all Renault keys and cards in stock, and can cut and program your new key as you wait.
Our team understands that your time is valuable and will strive to make the process as easy as possible. We will get in touch with you to let you know how long the process will likely to take so you can plan in advance. We will make sure that our work is done to the highest standard so that you're 100% satisfied with your new renault key.
Key Cards
The hands-free card is an essential component of Renault's popular line of vehicles. The small device can be used to unlock the vehicle and start it and allows drivers to control other functions, such as the welcome lighting and sound sequence. The Key Lab is even able to replace an old-fashioned key when the driver isn't in the car. The concept behind the hands-free cards dates back to 2001, when Renault was making preparations to launch their Laguna II saloon. One of the designers, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in an hotel when he noticed how simple it was to lock his room with a magnetic card. He rediscovered the idea and developed it further before making it a standard feature on Renault's models.
To use the hands-free card, you will require a card reader that is installed in the central console of the vehicle. The reader and card can be programmed with the AVDI/PROTAG software available from Abrites.
Remote Buttons
Renault has had a long-standing reputation for its ingenuity. The first time that Renault did this was to create a 'hands-free card', a small device which allows you unlock your car and start it without touching the handle. It was the first technology that automobile manufacturers could offer its customers and revolutionized the way that people drive. Its design made it easier to access and exit automobiles and is one of the most frequently used features of any vehicle that is on the road today.
How does it work? The key card has a microprocessor that must be programmed to the vehicle. This is done with a special programmer such as the AVDI. The key also has the ability to transmit its own identification code, which is used to connect with the immobiliser system of the car.
The chip inside the key recognizes when you press the button on the remote and instructs the vehicle to respond in the same way. This could range from opening doors to switching radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is the reason why Renault an extremely sophisticated piece of technology.
Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who developed the 'hands free card'. He was working on a saloon named the Laguna II that was supposed to be the car of lifestyle for the 21st Century. He was staying in a hotel and tried to use his room keys. He realized he could make a key which would unlock and start the car by simply touching it.
The key consists of an outer case (usually black) with buttons as well as a transponder chip the key blade made of plastic. The case can be replaced with a an alternative key that has been equipped with the transponder chip from another Renault remote key. This is a simple and efficient solution for keys that have been severely damaged, for example if its buttons have been damaged or worn out. If you have a brand new key but it isn't able to start your car, this is likely because the immobiliser was not transferred. To test this, simply hold the old key close to the new one and the car will begin.