It's The Good And Bad About Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault Clio Replacement Key

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

It can be time-consuming and costly to obtain an alternative key from the main dealer if you only have one Renault key. We keep Renault keys and cards in stock so you can get back on the road in a short time.

Transponder Chips

Renault has a variety of different systems related to their key locks and immobilisers, the newer ones starting from 2000 include transponder chips. These are small mini circuits inside the key which send signals to the computer system of the car If the signal is not received, it will stop the engine from being started. This is a fantastic security measure to ensure your vehicle is not being stolen and only you are able to start it.

A replacement key that comes with a chip is slightly more expensive than a regular key. This is due to the additional manufacturing costs that are associated with the micro-circuit. However, you don't have to pay an arm and a leg. Locksmiths can produce a key with a Transponder Chip for less than what you would pay at a dealer.

Many Renault owners who have lost their keys or key cards believe that the only alternative is to visit the dealer, which can be a long process that could leave you waiting for a long time to receive your new key. Instead, you can contact an expert locksmith to create an alternative Renault Key for only a fraction of the price it costs and takes the time of a dealer.

Keys and keycards may be damaged or fail. This is usually caused by the internal workings of card bending and cracked over time. They are repaired by certain Renault key repair technicians, however this is only a temporary fix and the card will most likely fail again in the future. A professional locksmith can 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 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 have been required in the UK for all new cars. They are integrated in the fobs or keys of your vehicle. When the key is activated the code is sent to the ECU (Electronic Control Unit). If the code does not match, then the ECU disables certain components that are required to run the engine and drive the car away.

This prevents a criminal from using special equipment to copy the signal generated by your key and transmit it to the car's ECU, so that it can begin. This has drastically reduced car thefts as it would be extremely difficult to steal vehicles with this technology fitted, and is why insurance companies will usually give you a discount on your premium when it is installed.

G28  is typically concealed within the head of your car key. It comprises a microchip that is activated when the key is inserted into the ignition barrel. A coil inside the barrel reads the microchip and sends a message to the ECU. This signal can only be deactivated by removing or programming a key.

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

If you have a Renault Clio card or key that isn't working, it may be necessary to re-program it. Car Keys Solutions keeps all Renault keys and cards in stock and can cut and program your new key as you are waiting.

Our team understands that your time is precious and will endeavor to make the process as easy as possible. We will let you know the estimated time for service so that you can plan according to the time frame. We will make sure that all of our work is completed in the highest quality so that you're completely satisfied with the replacement key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card is an increasingly popular feature in Renault's vehicles. The small device can be used to unlock and start the vehicle, but it also allows drivers to control other functions, including the lighting and sound welcome sequence, and can even serve as a substitute for keys for cars that are traditional even when the driver isn't driving. The concept behind the hands-free card dates to 2001 in the year 2001, when Renault was making preparations to launch their Laguna II saloon. One of the designers, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in an hotel when he noticed how easy it was to lock his room with an electronic card. He developed the idea further and eventually made it a standard feature on Renault's vehicles.

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

Remote Buttons

Renault has had a long-standing reputation for its ingenuity. The first time that Renault did this was to create a 'hands-free card', a small device that allows you to unlock your car and start it without having to touch the handle. It was the first technology that a car manufacturer could offer to customers and revolutionized 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 car on the road today.

How does it function? The key card contains an embedded microprocessor that needs to be programmed for the vehicle. This is accomplished using a special programmer such as the AVDI. The key can also transmit its own identification code, that is used to communicate with the immobiliser of the car.

When you press a button on the remote, the chip inside the key detects this and informs the car to respond in the same manner. This could be anything from opening doors to changing radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is what makes the Renault an extremely technologically advanced piece of equipment.

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 embody the modern-day car of the 21st century. He was in the hotel and was trying to use the keys in his room. He realized he could make a key which would secure the vehicle and then start it by just touching it.

The key is made up of an outer casing (usually black) buttons that are black, a chip transponder, and an aluminum blade. The key case can be replaced by a a new key that has been equipped with the transponder chip from a different Renault remote key. This is an easy and effective solution in the event that your key is seriously damaged, like if its buttons have been damaged or worn out. If you have a new key but it's not able to start your car, this is most likely due to the fact that the immobiliser was not transferred. To test this, place your old key in the vicinity of the new one. The car should begin.