Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars come with a distinct key system than other car manufacturers. Instead of a key that is turned into a lock to open the doors and start the engine they have a keycard that is slotted into the dash panel reader, and a button to press to activate.

If you lose your sole Renault key it can cost you time and money to get replacement keys from a major dealer. We keep Renault keys and cards in stock so you can get back on the road in a short time.

Transponder Chips

Renault offers a range of different systems when it comes to their key locks and immobilisers and the latest models starting from 2000 all feature transponder chips. These are tiny circuits embedded in the key. They transmit signals to the computer system in the vehicle. If the signal isn't received the engine won't be able to start. This is a fantastic security measure that ensures your vehicle cannot be stolen and only you are capable of starting it.

A replacement key that comes with chip is slightly more expensive than a regular key. This is due to the higher manufacturing costs associated with the micro-circuit. But, you won't have to pay an arm and leg. There are locksmiths who can make an alternative key with a transponder chip at a much more affordable price than what you'd pay at an auto dealer.

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

Keys and key cards can be damaged or fail, usually due to the internal mechanisms of the card breaking and cracking over time. Key cards are repaired by certain renault key replacement key repairers, but it is only an interim fix and the card will most likely fail again in the future. A professional locksmith will be able to remove the chip from your old key and then use laptop software to program a new key to your Renault car. This will allow your remote to function again and allow you to start the vehicle as normal. This will also help protect your car from theft since only the correct key is able to activate the immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers protect your vehicle from being hot-wired or driven without the correct key. They've been required in the UK on all new cars since 1998 and are included in the fobs or keys of your car. When the key is pressed the code is sent to the ECU (Electronic Control Unit). If the code isn't the identical it will cause the ECU disables the components needed to start the engine and drive away the vehicle.

This prevents criminals from using specialized devices that copy the signal that is generated by your key to transmit it to the ECU of the vehicle to allow it to start. This has drastically reduced car thefts as it would be extremely difficult to steal cars with this technology. This is the reason insurance companies generally offer an increase on your premium when it is installed.

The immobiliser is usually 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 inside the barrel reads the chip and then sends a signal to the ECU that can only be deactivated by a programmed key or by taking the chip off the key.

A few early renault kwid remote key price models used static codes that could be copied using special devices, however the most recent versions have been upgraded to utilize shifting or rolling security codes that can only be duplicated with the right technology. This has boosted the effectiveness of these systems, and it is important that only Thatcham Research-approved professionals install these anti-theft devices.

If your renault Clio replacement key or card is not working then it may require reprogramming. Car Keys Solutions keeps all Renault keys and cards in stock, and can cut and program your new key while you wait.

We understand that your time is precious, and so our team will do everything to make sure the process runs as smoothly as it can. We will call you to inform you how long the process is likely to take, to allow you to plan according to your needs. We will ensure that all of our work is done to the highest standards to ensure that you are completely satisfied with your renault espace key clio replacement key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card is a crucial component in Renault's popular range of vehicles. This small gadget can be used to unlock and start the car and also allow drivers to control a variety of other functions, like the sound and lighting welcome sequence, and it can even act as a replacement for keys for cars that are traditional when the driver isn't driving. The concept behind the hands-free card dates to 2001 when Renault was making preparations to launch their Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and was amazed at how easy it was to lock a room using a magnet card. He took the concept and further developed it and eventually made it a standard feature on Renault's models.

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

Remote Buttons

Renault has had a long-standing reputation for innovation. They produced the first 'hands-free card', a tiny device that lets you unlock and start your car without having to touch the door handle. It was the first time that a automobile manufacturer could offer such a technology to its customers, and it completely changed the way that drivers drove. Its design made it easier to get in and out of automobiles and is one of the most frequently used features of any vehicle on the road today.

How does it function? The key card itself has a tiny microprocessor which has to be programmed to the particular vehicle. This is done using a specific tool like the AVDI or PROTAG programmer. The key also has the ability to transmit its own identification code, that is used to communicate with the immobiliser system of the car.

The chip in the key detects 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 to switching radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is what makes the Renault a highly technologically advanced piece of equipment.

The "hands-free" card was the idea of a design group led by Bernard Dumondel. He was working on the Laguna II, a saloon that was said to embody the lifestyle car of the 21st century. He was in a hotel and tried to use the keys in his room. He realized that he could make a key which would secure the vehicle and then start it by simply touching it.

The key is comprised of an outer casing (usually black), buttons that are black, a chip transponder, and an aluminum blade. The case can be replaced with the new key that has been equipped with the transponder chip from another Renault remote key. This is an easy and efficient solution for keys that have been severely damaged, for example if its buttons have been broken or worn out. However, if you have a new key but it won't start your car it is likely because the immobiliser hasn't been transferred to the new key. To test this, hold the old key to the new one and the car will begin.