Renault Clio Replacement Key
Renault cars use a different key system that is different from other car manufacturers. Instead of a key that can be turned into a lock to open the doors and start the engine, they use a key card that is slotted into an in-dash panel reader and a button needs pressing to activate.
It can be time-consuming and costly to obtain a replacement key from the main dealer, especially if you only have one Renault key. We have Renault keys and cards in our inventory so we can return you to the car as quickly as possible.
Transponder Chips
Renault offers a range of immobilisers and keys locks. The latest systems, starting in 2000, all have transponder chips. These are small mini circuits in the key that transmit signals to the computer system of the car, if the signal isn't received it will prevent the engine from starting. This is an excellent security measure that ensures your vehicle cannot be stolen, and only you are capable of starting it.
Getting a replacement key with a transponder chip is a little more expensive than just the basic non-transponder keys, this is because of the additional manufacturing costs associated with having a micro-circuit inside the key, however this does not mean you are going to spend the full amount. Locksmiths can make keys with a Transponder Chip for a lower price than you would pay at a dealer.
Many Renault owners who have lost their keys or cards think that the only way to get them back is to go to their dealer. This could be a long and tedious process, and you could need to wait for a while to get your new key. Instead, you can speak to a locksmith who can create the replacement Renault key at a cheaper price and in a fraction of the time that it takes dealers to make the change.
Keys and keys can become damaged or fail, typically due to the internal mechanisms of the card breaking and cracking over time. Key cards can be repaired by certain Renault key repair technicians, however it is only temporary fix, and the card will 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 your car as usual. This will also help to keep your car safe from theft since only the correct key will work to activate the immobiliser.
Immobilisers
Immobilisers stop your car from being hot-wired or driven without the correct key. Since thekeylab.co.uk , they have been required in the UK for all new vehicles. They are integrated into the keys or fobs of your car. They function by sending an electronic code to the car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is triggered and the car is started. If the code isn't the same it will cause the ECU disables some components required to start the engine, and then stop the vehicle.
This prevents a criminal from using special equipment to copy the signal sent by your key, and then transmit it to the car's ECU, so that it can start. This has significantly reduced the number of car thefts since it is extremely difficult to steal vehicles that have this technology fitted, and is why insurance companies will typically offer a discount on your premium if it is fitted.
The immobiliser mechanism is usually located inside the head of your car key and consists of a microchip that is activated when the key is placed into the ignition barrel. A coil inside the barrel reads the microchip and sends a message to the ECU. This signal is only deactivated with a programmed or removed key.
Some early Renault models used static codes that could be copied by special devices, however more recent versions have been updated to use rolling or changing security codes which can only be replicated with the appropriate technology. This has greatly increased the effectiveness of these systems and is why it's vital to have such anti-theft systems installed by Thatcham Research approved professionals.
If your renault Clio replacement key or card is not working then it may require re-programming. Car Keys Solutions keeps all Renault keys and cards on hand and can cut and program your new key while you are waiting.
Our team recognizes that your time is valuable, so we will always endeavor to make the process as easy as possible. We will get in touch with you to let you know how long the process is likely to take, so that you can plan accordingly. We will make sure that our work is done to the highest standard to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the replacement key for your renault.
Key Cards
The hands-free card is a popular feature in Renault's vehicles. The tiny device can be used to unlock and begin the vehicle, but it also allows drivers to control other functions, like the lighting and the sound welcome sequence, and it can even act as a replacement for the traditional car key even when the driver isn't driving. The hands-free cards were first created in 2001, when Renault was preparing to launch the Laguna II saloon. Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel and was amazed at how easy it was to lock a room with the use of a magnet card. He developed the idea further and eventually made it a standard feature of Renault's vehicles.
To utilize the hands-free cards, you'll need a reader installed in the centre console of the vehicle. The reader and card can be programmed using the AVDI/PROTAG program available from Abrites.
Remote Buttons
Renault has always had a reputation for innovation. Renault was the first to develop a "hands free card', which is a small device which allows 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 customers and revolutionised the way people drive. Its design made it easier to access and exit cars and it is one of the most widely used features of any vehicle on the road in the present.
How does it function? The key card itself contains an extremely tiny microprocessor that needs to be programmed for the specific vehicle. This is done using a special programmer such as the AVDI. The key can also transmit its own identification code which is used to communicate with the immobiliser system of the vehicle.
The chip in the key recognizes 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 the doors to changing the radio station or setting the temperature control. This is what makes a Renault a highly sophisticated piece of technology.
The "hands-free card" was the brainchild of a design team led by Bernard Dumondel. 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 in an hotel when he attempted to use the keys in the room and realized that it would be possible to create keys that lock and start the car by pressing it.
The key consists of an outer casing (usually black) buttons as well as a chip transponder a plastic blade. The key case can be replaced by a an alternative key that has been equipped with the transponder chip from another Renault remote key. This is a simple and effective solution in the event that your key is seriously damaged, such as if its buttons have been broken or worn out. If you do have a new key and it doesn'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 start.