Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars use a different key system that is different from other car makers. Instead of traditional keys that can be transformed into a lock, the Renault cars use a keycard that can be inserted into the dash panel reader. A button is pressed to activate the card.

It can be a long-winded and costly to obtain a replacement key from the main dealer if you have only one Renault key. We keep renault clio 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 related to their immobilisers and key locks and the latest models starting from 2000 all feature transponder chips. These are small mini circuits within the key that send signals to the car's computer system, if the signal is not received, it will stop the engine from beginning. This is a good security measure to ensure your vehicle isn't stolen and you are the only one who can start it.

A key replacement that has a chip is slightly more expensive than a standard key. This is due to the extra manufacturing costs associated with the micro-circuit. But, you won't be required to shell out for a whole lot of money. Locksmiths can manufacture keys with a transponder Chip for a lower price than the one you'd purchase from an auction.

Many Renault owners who lose their keys or key cards believe that the only solution is to visit their dealer. This can be a long and tedious process, and you could have to wait long to receive your new key. Instead, you can contact a locksmith who will be able to make you the replacement Renault key at a lower cost and in less time it takes for an auto dealer to make it.

Keys and keys can become damaged or fail, typically due to the internal workings of the card bending and cracking over time. Certain Renault key card repairers can repair these cards, however this is temporary fix. The card will most likely fail in the near future. A professional locksmith will be able to remove the chip from the old key and use laptop software to program a new key to your Renault car. This will restore your remote's functionality and allow you to start your vehicle in the same way as you normally do. This will also help keep your car safe from theft since only the correct key will work to activate the immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers are electronic devices that stop your car being hot-wired or driven away without the proper key. Since 1998, they're mandatory in the UK for all new cars. They are built into the keys or fobs of your vehicle. They work by sending a code to the car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is activated and the car is started. If the code isn't the identical, the ECU disables certain components needed to start the engine and then drive away the vehicle.

This prevents a criminal from using special equipment to copy the signal emitted by your key, and then transmit it to the car's ECU, so that it will start. This has significantly reduced car thefts as it would be extremely difficult to steal vehicles that have this technology fitted, and is the reason why insurance companies usually give you a discount on your premium if it is installed.

The immobiliser mechanism is usually located inside the head of your car keys and is comprised of a microchip which is activated when the key is inserted into the ignition barrel. A coil inside the barrel detects the chip and transmits an indication to the ECU, which can then only be deactivated using an authorised key or removing the chip from the key.

The earliest renault kadjar replacement key models had static codes that could be copied by special devices, but the most recent versions have been upgraded to use rolling or changing security codes which can only be duplicated using the appropriate technology. This has improved the efficiency of these systems, and it is important that only professionals who have been approved by Thatcham Research install these anti-theft devices.

If your renault clio replacement key or card is not working, it might need to be re-programmed. 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, typically within an hour of your call.

Our team understands that your time is valuable We will strive to make the process as easy as possible. We will call you to let you know what time the service will likely to take so that you can plan according to your needs. We will make sure that our work is done in the highest quality so that you're completely satisfied with the replacement renault key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card is an integral feature of Renault's vehicles. The tiny device can be used to open and start the car, but it also allows drivers to control a variety of other functions, like the lighting and the sound welcome sequence, and can even serve as a substitute for a traditional car key when the driver is not driving. The concept behind the hands-free card dates to 2001, when renault car keys was planning to launch its Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and noticed how easy it was to lock a room with magnetic cards. He further developed the idea and eventually made it a standard feature of Renault's vehicles.

You'll need a card reader installed in the vehicle's central console to make use of the hands-free card. The reader and the key card can be programmed with the AVDI or PROTAG programmes available from Abrites.

Remote Buttons

Renault has long had a reputation for its ingenuity. It was the first company to produce a 'hands free card', a small device that lets you unlock your car and begin it without having to touch the handle. It was the first such technology that a car manufacturer could offer to its customers and revolutionised the way people drive. Its design made it easier to get into and out of cars. It is one of the most sought-after features of a car today.

How does it work? The key card is an internal microprocessor which must be programmed for the vehicle. This is done by using an instrument that is specifically designed for this purpose, such as the AVDI or PROTAG programmer. The key is also able to transmit its own identification code, that is used to connect with the vehicle's immobiliser system.

When you press a button on your remote, the chip in the key recognises this and instructs the car to respond in the same manner. This could be anything from opening the doors, to changing the radio station or setting the temperature control. This is what makes 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 dubbed the Laguna II that was supposed to be the car of lifestyle for the 21st Century. He was in the hotel when he tried to use the keys in the room and realized it was possible to design keys that could lock and start the car by pressing it.

The key is comprised of an outer casing (usually black), buttons as well as a chip transponder an aluminum blade. The case can be replaced with a the new key that has been equipped with the transponder chip from a different Renault remote key. This is simple to do and is a great option if the key has had some serious damage, such as if the buttons have broken off or have worn away. If you have a brand new key but it isn't able to start your car, it is probably because the immobiliser was not transferred. To test this, simply hold the old key to the new one and the car will start.