How to Deal With Lost Or Stolen vauxhall vivaro replacement key fob Combo Keys

Losing your keys is a major inconvenience for anyone who drives However, it is more dangerous if you operate a commercial vehicle like the Vauxhall Combo compact van. If you use your van as a business vehicle, losing or having keys stolen could allow thieves access to client equipment and property.

Keys that were stolen or lost are not found

It can be frustrating when you lose your car keys or they are stolen. There are steps you can take to try and find them, such as following your steps or trying to remember the last time you observed them. You can use a key-finder application on your smartphone or other devices to locate keys. Some owners place their spare keys in biscuit tins, or even in the microwave. This is not recommended as it can cause damage to your keys and your vehicle!

Another option is to contact a professional locksmith. They can program a new key to work with the ignition system, the immobiliser and locks on your vehicle. They can also help you replace a damaged key, so you have a working spare in the event of an emergency. They can also provide advice on how to protect your keys in the future.

This is especially important if you own a Vauxhall Combo van that you use to conduct business. If you lose your keys, or if they're not working properly, it can cause a lot of damage to your business. Thieves could be able to access the vehicle to take equipment or property belonging to clients. The best way to prevent this is to have a spare key created, and an auto locksmith can do this for you quickly and at a low cost.

It's not uncommon to get locked out of your vauxhall corsa spare key, especially in a busy area with high traffic. A professional auto locksmith can quickly unlock your vehicle without causing damage. They are equipped with specialist tools that aren't available to the general public, which means they can unlock any model or brand of vauxhall corsa d replacement key.

Many people also find themselves needing a spare Vauxhall key in the event that they have a different type of key for their other vehicle or in the event that one of their original keys has been damaged. They can often replace your vehicle while waiting and at a less cost than you think.

Broken Keys

It's not the best thing to discover that your car keys have been broken. Particularly if it's inside the ignition lock, which means that you are unable to start your car. Try a few things prior to calling a professional locksmith, like using pliers to open the case.

This is a difficult job, but it's worth the effort. Use the new blade to check if it fits into the case, it might be a little bit loose. If it's tight it's possible to employ a needle-file to slightly widen the groove, but not enough that the pin is pushed out. After the blade is in place and the case is closed then you can put the pin in. It could be a bit difficult, but it's possible.

If you're not comfortable with trying to do this by yourself, you can contact a locksmith to provide you with a replacement Vauxhall combination key. They can do it faster and cheaper than dealers and won't need to ask for codes from Vauxhall.

A reliable locksmith should be able to offer you a price upfront prior to they begin their work, which can help prevent any hidden fees. They'll also be able to program the key so that it will work with your car's ignition system and immobiliser.

It's important that you get your vauxhall astra new key combination key with an electronic chips fixed as soon as you can. This is because if the chip becomes distorted, it can stop your car from starting and this can lead to costly repairs. Locksmiths will be in a position to repair your chip and reprogram it to work with your car, so you don't have to shell out money at a dealership. A locksmith can also give you a backup key in case your primary key fails. This is especially helpful for those who use their vehicle for business.

Immobiliser Problems

Immobiliser problems are almost always the cause of a car not starting. This system ensures that the key you use to start the car is the right one. It does this by transmitting a signal from the key to an antenna located inside the ignition switch, which sends it to the engine's computer (ECU). If the code in the ECU matches that of the key then the car will begin. If it doesn't match the code, then a variety of actions are blocked to prevent the car from starting.

Normally the immobiliser lights will flash when the key isn't the correct one, but on some early cars, this will only occur periodically. This is due to the fact that the key fobs on these cars split open instead of folding away like modern flip keys. The tiny chip at the end of the car key may fall out. It might appear like an ejected piece of plastic, but it is crucial to the immobiliser.

This can lead to different problems however the most important one is that it means the ECU does not believe the key is the right one and will allow the starter motor to turn over. The best option is to hire a reliable auto locksmith to program a new key for the vehicle, which will resolve this. Some dealerships are able to do this, but it's more expensive and you're in their hands. The dealer should examine the wiring first using a diagnostic scanner if you decide to take your car to them. This will ensure that the problem is the immobiliser and not anything other than that. If it is then they can "virginize the ECU" and allow keys to be programmed.

Vehicle Security

It's a pain for anyone to lose their keys but for those who drive for work, it can be a disaster. It can be a problem when you are incapable of performing your duties and, as a result you might disappoint your customers or lose their property. It could also be costly when you have expensive equipment in your van. Installing additional security locks to your vehicle can help to protect against theft. These locks are fitted externally to the door and brace the doors together making it harder for thieves break into your car.

We can also install Secure-A-Key, a device that is installed on your Vauxhall Combo that will stop the most popular method of theft (relay attacks) by thieves. This device installs inside the remote control and turns off the battery after a couple of minutes of no movement. If you move the remote again it activates all functions.

To provide the best in vehicle security, we offer the CANM8 lock system for the Vauxhall combo 2012 onwards which is installed under the dashboard. It is activated with a switch that is momentary and can be purchased from us at a small cost, once it is pressed, it allows the key to turn to the 'off' position and removed while the engine remains on.