Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars use a different key system than other car manufacturers. Instead of a key which is turned into a lock to open the doors and start the engine they use a key card that slots into a dash panel reader and a button that needs to be pressed to activate.

It can be a long-winded and expensive to get an alternative key from the main dealer, especially if you only have one Renault Trafic Key Fob Not Working key. We keep renault trafic replacement key keys and cards on hand so we you can get back on the road in a short time.

Transponder Chips

Renault has a variety of different systems in relation to their key locks and immobilisers and the latest models starting from 2000 all feature transponder chips. These are small mini circuits within the key that transmit signals to the car's computer system If the signal is not received it will stop the engine from starting. This is a great security measure to ensure your vehicle is not being stolen and only you can start it.

Finding a replacement key with a transponder chip is a bit more expensive than an ordinary non-transponder key this is due to the extra manufacturing costs of having a micro-circuit within the key, however this doesn't mean you are going to spend the full amount. Locksmiths can produce keys with a transponder Chip for a lower price than you would purchase from an auction.

Many Renault owners who have lost their keys or cards believe that the only way to get them back is to visit their dealer. This can be a long and tedious process, and you might need to wait for a while to get your new key. Instead, you can contact a locksmith who can make you the replacement key for renault clio 2010 Renault key at a cheaper price and in only a fraction of the time it takes dealers to make the change.

Keys and keycards may be damaged or fail. This is usually due to the internal workings of the card being bent and then cracked over time. Some Renault key repair experts can repair these cards, but this is only temporary fix. The card will most likely fail in the near future. A professional locksmith can remove the chip from the old key and use laptop software to program a new key for your Renault car. This will restore the function of your remote and enable you to start your car like a normal. This will also help protect your car from theft, as only the correct key is able to activate the immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers protect your vehicle from being hot-wired or driven with a non-existent key. They've been required in the UK on all new cars since 1998 and are built into the car's keys or fobs. They work by sending an electronic code to the car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is triggered and the car is started. If the code isn't the same, the ECU disables some components required to start the engine and then drive away the vehicle.

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 will start. This has significantly reduced car thefts because it would be extremely difficult to steal vehicles that have this technology fitted, and is the reason insurance companies typically offer a discount on your premium if it is installed.

The immobiliser is typically hidden in the head of the car key. It is a microchip that is activated by inserting the key into the ignition barrel. A coil that is inserted around the barrel reads the microchip and sends a message to the ECU. This signal can only be deactivated with a programmed or removed key.

Some early Renault models used static codes that could be copied by specially-designed devices, however modern versions have been updated to use shifting or rolling security codes that can only be duplicated with the right technology. This has improved the efficiency of these systems and it is crucial that only professionals who have been approved by Thatcham Research install these devices to prevent theft.

If you have a Renault clio key or card that isn't working, it may be necessary to program it again. At Car Keys Solutions we keep all Renault keys and cards in stock and can cut and program an entirely new key while you wait, often within one hour of your call.

Our team recognizes that your time is important and will endeavor to make the process as simple as we can. We will contact you to let you know how long the process is likely to last, so that you can plan according to your needs. We will make sure that all of our work is done in the highest quality to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the replacement renault key key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card is a popular feature in Renault's range of cars. This small gadget can be used to unlock and begin the car however, it also allows drivers to control other functions, including the lighting and sound welcome sequence, and can even serve as a substitute for a traditional car key when the driver isn't driving. The concept behind the hands-free cards dates back to 2001 when Renault was planning to launch its Laguna II saloon. One of the designers, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in an hotel when he noticed how easy it was to lock the room using a magnetic card. He adapted the idea and developed it further before making it a standard feature on Renault's models.

You'll require a card-reader installed in the vehicle's centre console to use the handsfree card. The reader and the key card can be programmed with the AVDI or PROTAG programmes available from Abrites.

Remote Buttons

Renault has a long-standing reputation for innovation. It was the first company to develop a "hands free card', a tiny device that allows you to unlock your car and begin it without touching the handle. It was the first time that a car maker could offer such a feature to its customers, and it changed the way that drivers drove. Its design made it easier to access and exit cars and it is one of the most frequently used features of any vehicle that is on the road in the present.

What exactly is it? The key card contains an internal microprocessor which must be programmed to the vehicle. This is accomplished using a specific programer, such as the AVDI. The key can also transmit its own identification code, which is used to communicate with the immobiliser system of the car.

The chip inside the key is able to detect the moment you press the button on the remote and tells that the vehicle to respond in the same way. This could be anything from opening doors, changing radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is what makes a Renault a very intelligent piece of technology.

Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who created the 'hands-free card'. He was working on the Laguna II, a saloon that was said to embody the lifestyle car of the 21st century. He was staying in the hotel when he tried to use the room keys and realized that it would be possible to create a key that can lock and start the car just by touching it.

The key is made up of an outer casing (usually black), buttons, a chip transponder and a plastic blade. The case can be replaced with a key that has the transponder chip from another Renault remote key. This is easy to do and a good option if the key has suffered serious damage, for example if the buttons have broken off or deteriorated. If you have a new key but it's not able to start your car, this is probably because the immobiliser was not transferred. To test this, hold the old key in place with the new one and the car should start.