Renault Clio Replacement Key

Renault cars use a different key system that is different from other car makers. Instead of a key which is turned into a lock to open the doors and start the engine they have a key card that slot into the dash panel reader, and a button that needs to be pressed to activate.

It can be time-consuming and expensive to get an alternative key from the main dealer, especially if you only have one Renault key. We have Renault keys and cards in stock to help you get back into the car quickly.

Transponder Chips

Renault replacement car Keys offers a variety of immobilisers and keys locks. The newer systems, which were introduced in 2000, all feature transponder chips. These are tiny circuits within the key that transmit signals to the car's computer system in the event that the signal is not received it will stop the engine from being started. This is a great security measure to ensure your car isn't stolen and you are the only one who can start it.

Finding a replacement key with transponder chips is bit more expensive than a basic non-transponder key, due to the additional manufacturing costs of having a micro-circuit inside the key, however this does not mean you'll have to pay the full amount. Locksmiths can make keys with a transponder Chip for a lower price than you would buy from an auction.

Many renault master key replacement 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 might have to wait a while to get your new key. Instead, contact an expert locksmith to create a replacement Renault Key at less than what it costs and takes an appointment at a dealership.

Keys and keycards can become damaged or fail. This is usually due to the internal workings of the card breaking and cracking over time. These can be repaired by certain Renault key card repairers, however this is only an interim fix and the card will likely fail again in the near future. A professional locksmith can take out the chip from your old key and then program a new Renault key with laptop software. This will restore the functionality of your remote and allow you to start the car as usual. This will also help keep your vehicle secure from theft, since only the correct keys can start the ignition immobiliser.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers prevent your car 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 your car's keys or fobs. They function by sending an electronic code to the car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when the key is activated and the vehicle is started. If the code is not the same then the ECU disables certain components needed to start the engine and drive away the car.

This prevents criminals from using special devices that copy the signal emitted from 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 vehicles with this technology. This is why insurance companies will generally offer a discount on your premium if this technology is installed.

The immobiliser mechanism is usually concealed within the head of your car keys and comprises a microchip that is activated when the key is inserted into the ignition barrel. A coil that is inserted around the barrel reads the microchip and sends an information to the ECU. This signal can only be deactivated by removing or programming a key.

Early Renault models had static codes that were easily copied using special devices. Modern versions employ shifting or rolling codes that can only be duplicated using the proper technology. This has improved the efficiency of these systems and it is crucial that only professionals who have been approved by Thatcham Research install these devices to prevent theft.

If your renault Clio replacement key or card isn't 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 the new key for renault clio key while you wait, typically within an hour of your call.

Our team is aware that your time is precious, so we will always strive to make the process as smooth as possible. We will let you know the estimated time for service so that you can plan according to the time frame. We will ensure that the work is completed in the highest quality so that you're completely satisfied with the replacement renault key.

Key Cards

The hands-free card is a key component in Renault's popular range of cars. The tiny device can be used to open and start the vehicle, but it also allows drivers to control other functions, like the lighting and the sound welcome sequence, and can even serve as a substitute for the traditional car key when the driver isn't driving. The hands-free card was first created in 2001, when Renault was preparing to launch the Laguna II saloon. One of the designers, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in the hotel when he realized how easy it was to lock the room using a magnetic card. He adapted the idea and further developed it and eventually made it an integral feature of Renault's models.

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

Remote Buttons

Renault has a long-standing reputation for innovation. It was the first company to create a 'hands-free card', a tiny device which allows you unlock your car and begin it without having to touch the handle. It was the first time a manufacturer of a car could offer such a technology to its customers, and it changed the way that drivers drive. Its design made it easier to get in and out of automobiles and is one of the most commonly utilized features of every car that is in the market today.

What exactly is it? The key card contains an internal microprocessor which must be programmed for the vehicle. This is done using an specialized programer like the AVDI. The key also has the ability to transmit its own identification code, that is used to communicate with the immobiliser system of the car.

When you hit a button on the remote, the chip inside the key recognises this and tells the car to respond the same way. This could range from opening doors, changing radio stations or setting the thermostat. This is what makes renault clio locked keys in car an extremely sophisticated piece of technology.

Bernard Dumondel led a team of designers who created the 'hands free card'. He was working on the Laguna II, a saloon that was said to embody the lifestyle car of the 21st century. He was in the hotel when he tried to use the keys in the room and realised that it would be possible to design a key that can lock and start the car just by pressing it.

The key is made up of an outer case (usually black) with buttons as well as a transponder chip an aluminum key blade. The key case can be replaced by a a new key that has had the transponder chip transferred from a different Renault remote key. It's simple and is a great option if the key has had some serious damage, for example buttons that have broken off or deteriorated. If, however, you have a new key but it doesn't start your car this is probably because the immobiliser isn't transferred to the new key. To test this, place your old key in the vicinity of the new renault key card price one. The car should be able to start.