Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars have a different system for keys than most other makes. Instead of a traditional key which can be converted into a lock, Renault cars utilize a keycard which can be inserted into the dash panel reader. A button is hit to activate the card.

If you lose your only Renault key, it could cost time and money getting replacement keys from a major dealer. We keep renault replacement car keys keys and cards in stock so that we can get you back on the road quickly.

Transponder Chips

Renault offers a variety of immobilisers and keys locks. The most recent systems, beginning in 2000, include transponder chips. These are tiny mini circuits embedded in the key. They send signals to the computer system of the car. If the signal isn't received, the engine won't start. This is a great security measure to ensure that your vehicle isn't stolen and you are the only one who are able to start it.

A key replacement that has chip is a bit more expensive than a standard key. This is due to the higher manufacturing costs associated with the micro-circuit. However, you don't have to pay an arm and a leg. You can find a locksmith who can create a replacement key with a transponder chip at a much more affordable price than you would be paying at a dealership.

Many Renault owners who have lost their keys or key cards believe that their only alternative is to visit the dealer, which can be a lengthy process that could leave you waiting for a long time to receive your new key. Instead, you can contact a locksmith who will be able to create the replacement Renault key at a cheaper cost and in less time it takes for dealers to make the change.

Keys and key cards can be damaged or fail, usually due to internal workings of the card bending and cracking over time. They are repaired by certain renault master key programming key repair technicians, however it is only a temporary fix and the card will likely fail again in the near future. A professional locksmith can remove the chip on your old key and then program a brand new renault duster key key with laptop software. This will allow your remote to function again and allow you to start the vehicle 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 prevent your car from being hot-wired, or driven without the correct key. Since 1998, they are mandatory in the UK for all new vehicles. They are embedded in the fobs or keys of your car. They function by sending a code to the car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is activated and the vehicle is started. If the code isn't the identical then the ECU disables some components required to start the engine, and then stop the car.

This prevents a criminal from using specialized equipment to copy the signal sent by your key and transmit it to the car's ECU to ensure that it can begin. This has significantly reduced the number of car thefts as it would be extremely difficult to steal vehicles with this technology, which is the reason insurance companies typically offer discounts on your premium if this technology is fitted.

The immobiliser mechanism is usually hidden within the head of your car keys and consists of a microchip that is activated when the key is inserted into the ignition barrel. A coil that is positioned around the barrel reads the chip and sends an indication to the ECU which can only be deactivated by an authorised key or taking the chip off the key.

Some early Renault models used static codes that could be copied by special devices, however more recent versions have been updated to use changing or rolling security codes which can only be duplicated using the right technology. This has significantly increased the effectiveness of the systems and is why it is vital to have these types of anti-theft devices installed by Thatcham Research approved professionals.

If your replacement renault clio key or card is not working, it might require reprogramming. At Car Keys Solutions we keep all Renault keys and cards in stock and can cut and program the new key while you wait, often within one hour of your phone call.

Our team is aware that your time is valuable, so we will always strive to make the process as easy as we can. We will contact you to inform you how long the service will likely to take so you can plan according to your needs. We will make sure that the work we do is completed to the highest standard to ensure that you are 100% satisfied with your new renault key (continue reading this).

Key Cards

The hands-free card is a crucial component in Renault's popular range of vehicles. The small device can be used to unlock the vehicle and then start it however it also allows drivers to control other functions, such as the welcome lighting and the sound sequence. It is even able to replace a traditional key when the driver isn't driving. The hands-free card was initially developed in 2001, as Renault prepared to launch their Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and saw how easy it was to lock a room using magnetic cards. He further developed the idea and eventually made it a standard feature on Renault's vehicles.

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

Remote Buttons

Renault has an established reputation for innovation. They produced the first 'hands-free card' - a small device that lets you unlock and start your car without touching the door handle. It was the first time that a manufacturer of a car could offer such a technology to its customers, and it changed the way that drivers drove. Its design made it easier to get into and out of automobiles. It is among the most popular features of cars today.

How does it work? The key card contains a microprocessor that must be programmed for the vehicle. This is done using a specific programer, such as the AVDI. The key can also transmit its own identification code, which is used for communication with the immobiliser system of the car.

When you press 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 the doors to changing the radio station or setting the temperature control. This is what makes the Renault a very technologically advanced piece of equipment.

Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who created the 'hands free card'. He was working on a saloon named the Laguna II that was supposed to be the ultimate lifestyle car for the 21st century. He was staying in a hotel and tried to use the keys in his room. He realized he could make a key which would unlock and start the car by simply touching it.

The key consists of an outer case (usually black) with buttons as well as a transponder chip an aluminum key blade. The case can be replaced with a the new key that has been equipped with the transponder chip from a different renault clio key replacement remote key. This is easy to do and a good option if the key has suffered serious damage, such as when the buttons have fallen off or worn away. If you have a new key but it does not start your car, this is probably because the immobiliser was not transferred. To test, hold your old key in the vicinity of the new one. The car should be able to start.