Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars use a different key system than other car manufacturers. Instead of a key that can be changed into a lock in order to open the doors and start the engine, they use a key card that slots into the dash panel reader, and a button needs pressing to activate.

It can be time-consuming and expensive to get a replacement key from the main dealer if you only have one Renault key. We have Renault keys and cards in our inventory so we can help you get back into the car quickly.

Transponder Chips

Renault offers a range of different systems when it comes to their immobilisers and key locks The newer models that are available from 2000 all feature transponder chips. These are small mini circuits in the key that transmit signals to the car's computer system, if the signal isn't received it will stop the engine from beginning. This is a great security measure to ensure that your vehicle isn't stolen and only you are able to start it.

Getting a replacement key with a transponder chip is a little more expensive than just a basic non-transponder key, this is because of the additional manufacturing costs of having a micro-circuit within the key, however this does not mean you will have to pay money. Locksmiths can manufacture keys with a transponder Chip at a lower cost than what you would purchase from a dealer.

Many Renault owners who lose their keys or key cards think that the only solution is to go to their dealer. This could be a long process and you could have to wait some time to receive your new key. Instead, you can speak to a locksmith who will be able to create an alternative Renault key at a cheaper cost and in only a fraction of the time it takes an auto dealer to make it.

Keys and keycards can be damaged or fail. This is usually caused by the internal mechanisms of the card bending and cracked over time. Certain Renault key repair experts are able to repair these cards however this is an interim solution. The card will most likely fail in the future. A professional locksmith will be able to remove the chip on your old key, and then program a new Renault key with laptop software. This will restore the functionality of your remote and enable you to start your car as normal. This will also help to protect your car from theft since only the right key will be able to activate the immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers are electronic devices that prevent your car from being hot-wired or driven away without the correct key. Since 1998, they are mandatory in the UK for all new cars. They are embedded into the fobs or keys of your car. They work by sending a code to the car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is triggered and the car is started. If the code is not the identical then the ECU disables some components required to start the engine and drive away the vehicle.

This is a way to stop criminals from using equipment that copies the signal emitted from your key to send it to the ECU of the car so that it can start. This technology has decreased the number of car thefts dramatically since it is extremely difficult to steal a vehicle with this technology installed. Insurance companies typically offer discounts on premiums when you have it installed.

The immobiliser is typically hidden in the head of the car key. It is a microchip which is activated by inserting the key into the ignition barrel. A coil inside the barrel detects the chip and transmits a signal to the ECU which can only be deactivated by the use of a key that is programmed or by removing the chip from the key.

The earliest Renault models included static codes that could be easily copied by special devices. Modern versions employ changing or rolling codes that can only be duplicated with the right technology. This has boosted the effectiveness of these systems, and it is important that only certified professionals from Thatcham Research install these anti-theft devices.

If you have a renault Clio key or card that isn't functioning it might be necessary to program it again. Car Keys Solutions keeps all Renault keys and cards on hand and can cut and program your new key while you are waiting.

We understand that your time is precious, so our team will always try to make sure the process runs as smoothly as it can. We will contact you to inform you how long the process is likely to take, so that you can plan accordingly. We will make sure that all of our work is completed to the highest standard, so that you are completely satisfied with your renault clio replacement key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card has become a popular feature in Renault's cars. This tiny device can be used to unlock the vehicle and allow it to start, but also allows drivers to control other functions such as the welcome lighting and sound sequence. It can even replace keys that are traditional when the driver isn't in the car. The hands-free card was initially created in 2001, when Renault was preparing to launch the Laguna II saloon. One of the designers, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in the hotel when he realized how simple it was to lock the room using a magnetic card. He adapted the idea and further developed it before making it a standard feature on Renault's models.

You will need a card-reader installed in the vehicle's center console to make use of the handsfree card. The reader and the key card can be programmed with the AVDI or PROTAG programs available from Abrites.

Remote Buttons

renault twingo Key Replacement has always had a reputation for its ingenuity. Renault was the first to produce a 'hands free card', a tiny device that allows you to unlock your car and start it without touching the handle. It was the first technology that a car manufacturer could offer to customers and changed the way people drive. Its design made it simple to get in and out of automobiles. It is among the most popular features of cars in the present.

How does it work? The key card is a microprocessor that must be programmed to the vehicle. This is done using an instrument that is specifically designed for this purpose, such as the AVDI or PROTAG programmer. The key can also transmit its own identification code which is used to communicate with the immobiliser of the car.

When you hit a button on the remote, the chip inside the key detects this and tells the car to respond in the same way. This could be anything from opening doors to changing radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is what makes a renault key card a highly intelligent piece of technology.

Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who designed the 'hands-free card'. He was working on the Laguna II, a saloon that was said to be the modern-day car of the 21st century. He was staying in an hotel when he attempted to use the keys for his room and realised that it was possible to create keys that lock and start the car by pressing it.

The key is made up of an outer casing (usually black), buttons that are black, a chip transponder, and an aluminum blade. The case can be replaced with a key that has the transponder chip from another Renault remote key. This is a simple and efficient option for keys that have been seriously damaged, like if its buttons have been damaged or worn out. If you have a brand new one but it's not able to start your car, it is probably because the immobiliser was not transferred. To test, hold the old key near the new one. The car should be able to start.