Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars have a different system for keys than most other makes. Instead of a key that is changed into a lock in order to open the doors and start the engine they have a keycard that is slotted into a dash panel reader and a button that needs to be pressed to activate.

It can be lengthy and costly to purchase an alternative key from the main dealer, especially if you only have one Renault key. We keep renault captur key card replacement keys and cards in stock so that we can get you back on the road in a short time.

Transponder Chips

Renault offers a variety of keys locks and immobilisers. The most recent systems, beginning in 2000, include transponder chips. These are small mini circuits inside the key which transmit signals to the computer system of the car in the event that the signal is not received it will prevent the engine from being started. This is a good security measure to ensure that your car isn't taken away and only you can start it.

A replacement key that comes with chip is slightly more expensive than a regular key. This is due to the additional manufacturing costs that are associated with the micro-circuit. But, you won't have to pay for a whole lot of money. Locksmiths can manufacture a key with a Transponder Chip for less than the one you'd buy from an auction.

Many Renault owners who have lost their keys or key cards think that their only option is to go to the dealer, this can be a long process that will see you waiting for a long time to receive your new key. Instead, you can contact an expert locksmith to create an alternative Renault Key at only a fraction of the price it costs and requires the time of a dealer.

Keys and keycards can become damaged or fail. This is usually caused by the internal workings of the card being bent and then cracked over time. Certain Renault key repair experts can repair these cards, but this is only an interim fix. The card will likely fail in the future. A professional locksmith can remove the chip from your old key and then program a new renault master key programming key using laptop software. This will allow your remote to function again and allow you to start the car as usual. This will also help keep your car safe from theft as only the correct key will work to activate the immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers protect your vehicle from being hot-wired or driven without the correct key. Since 1998, they're required in the UK for all new cars. They are embedded into the keys or fobs of your car. They function by sending a code to your car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is activated and the car is started. If the code isn't the same it will cause the ECU disables the components needed to start the engine and drive away the vehicle.

This stops criminals from using specialized equipment to copy the signal emitted by your key and transmit it to the car's ECU and it will start. This has significantly reduced car thefts since it is extremely difficult to steal vehicles with this technology. This is the reason insurance companies usually give you discounts on your premium when it is installed.

The immobiliser is usually concealed 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 then sends an information to the ECU. This signal can only be deactivated using a programmed or removed key.

The earliest Renault models used static codes that could be copied by special devices, but modern versions have been upgraded to use rolling or changing security codes that can only be duplicated with the right technology. This has significantly increased the effectiveness of the system and is why it is vital to have such anti-theft systems installed by Thatcham Research approved professionals.

If your replacement renault clio key or card is not functioning, it might need to be re-programmed. At Car Keys Solutions we keep all Renault keys and cards in stock and are able to cut and program an entirely new key while you wait, often within an hour of your call.

Our team recognizes that your time is important, so we will always try to make the process as easy as we can. We will inform you of the estimated time for service so that you can plan according to the time frame. We will ensure that the work we do is completed in the highest quality to ensure that you are completely satisfied with your replacement renault key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card is a key component of Renault's popular line of cars. The small device can be used to unlock and start the car and also allow drivers to control other functions, such as the lighting and sound welcome sequence, and can even serve as a substitute for the traditional car key when the driver is not driving. The hands-free card was first conceived in 2001, as Renault prepared to launch the Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and noticed how easy it was to lock a room with a magnet card. He further developed the idea and eventually made it a standard feature of Renault's vehicles.

You'll require a card-reader installed in the vehicle's central console to use the handsfree card. The reader and card can be programmed using the AVDI/PROTAG programs available from Abrites.

Remote Buttons

Renault Car Key Cover has always had a reputation for innovation. Renault was the first to produce a 'hands free card', which is a small device that lets you unlock your car and begin it without touching the handle. It was the first time that a car maker could offer such a technology to its customers, and it revolutionised the way that drivers drive. Its design made it easier to get in and out of automobiles and is one of the most frequently used features of every car that is that is on the road today.

How does it work? The key card itself has an extremely tiny microprocessor that needs to be programmed to the particular vehicle. This is done using an specialized programer like the AVDI. The key can also transmit its own identification code, which is used for communication with the immobiliser system of the car.

The chip inside the key recognizes the moment you press the button on the remote, and tells the vehicle to respond the same way. This could range from opening doors to switching radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is what makes Renault an extremely intelligent piece of technology.

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

The key is comprised of an outer casing (usually black) buttons, a chip transponder and a plastic blade. The case can be replaced with a an alternative key that has had the transponder chip transferred from a different Renault remote key. This is easy to do and is a great option if the key has sustained serious damage, such as when the buttons have fallen off or deteriorated. However, if you have a new key and it doesn't start your car it could be because the immobiliser hasn't transferred over. To test, hold the old key close to the new one. The car should be able to start.