Renault Clio Replacement Key
Renault key cards come with an emergency blade that can be used if the remote buttons do not work. The lock can be placed near the door handle, and concealed under a cap made of plastic.
Lost Keys
We are a local Renault Key Replacement specialist that can repair your key fob and replacements. We can also reprogram a brand new key to your car if you have lost your key. This is a simple and fast procedure that we can carry out at your home or office. We use laptop-based software to connect to the car’s computer and program new keys. This is a lot quicker than visiting the main dealer, and it is also considerably cheaper.
Certain Renaults are a little different in that they do not use a standard key but instead use a key card which is fitted into the dash panel to unlock the car and then start it. It functions the same way as a standard key but isn’t required to be turned to secure it, and the engine can only be started by pressing the clutch or brake pedal.
Make sure that the Renault key card has been correctly inserted in the ignition, and that it has been activated. You can check this by turning the ignition a few times to ensure that it is working.
A key card that doesn’t function is usually a result of it being altered with. It could be that someone has added a spare key to the system or they’ve used the remote control to open and close doors. In either case the key card will not function and must be reprogrammed.
Transponder Keys
Renaults have a system known as an immobiliser that is fitted to the vehicle and when you use your key to start it it disarms the vehicle. This is great for security as it makes it impossible for a novice or an old-fashioned car thief, to hot wire the car to start it without the key.
The majority of Renault cars manufactured after the year 2000 will come with a transponder style key. This is where there is an electronic chip that is hidden within the head of the key and when you turn the key in the ignition, it sends out a signal to the immobiliser that then removes it and allows your car to start.
The older Renaults come with a different kind of key, which is simple flat metal keys and they function in the same way that you would use a regular mechanical key. They will unlock the door but they cannot operate the vehicle. Some of the latest models come with an electronic remote that is similar to the FOBIK chip but instead of a remote, it’s an entire unit. These are known as Smart Keys and Proximity Keys.
These keys are much more difficult to steal because they require the use of a flat metal tool. These can be purchased at your local hardware store. However, these methods do not make it impossible to steal a vehicle from a professional criminal. They have other methods like a slim Jim, removing the handle from the door, and then bending the top to expose a hook they can use to open the lock.
Remote Keys
Remote car keys aren’t able to transmit your identity information, unlike transponder keys. renault key are designed for convenience, not for security reasons. The key fob is equipped with several buttons that allow you to lock and unlock your vehicle. This makes them more convenient than having to manually insert your metal key into the lock each time you have to drive.
If your original remote is lost or damaged, you can use the Renault replacement remote key. However, you will need to purchase the correct key for your particular type of vehicle. This can be costly, especially when a dealer or locksmith is doing the work. There are also online sites which will supply you with blank keys for a much lower cost. These keys will require to be programmed by a professional these keys.
Follow the directions in your owner’s manual when changing the programming of a key. Some models of cars require that you press specific buttons on the key to initiate the reprogramming mode. Once you’ve done that, you’ll need to act swiftly. You have just a few seconds before the system of the car resets the commands, and it will exit the programming mode. If you don’t take care you’ll need to begin the process again.
Key Cards
One of the most puzzling responses we get from locksmiths is Renault owners losing their keys. In the more fortunate instances, the driver will find the keys or the key card in their pocket but there are some horrendous instances where they simply inside and out of it.
Many people think that the only method to replace a key is to call the local Renault dealership and ask them to purchase one for you. This can be an exceptionally lengthy process that could cause you to be without a car for a while waiting for your new key to arrive.
Renaults come with an immobiliser system and keys that is quite complicated. Early models (typically until around 2000) have a key that cannot be programmed simply by plugging in the tester and pressing a button as with other key fobs you can buy on Ebay. These types of systems require special tools and software to program the replacement key.
In more modern Renaults the key card has undergone a number of changes both in terms of its appearance and what is inside it. All Renault key cards have an emergency blade which can be used in case the buttons aren’t working. The cards also come with a small key to turn the vehicle on in the event of dead batteries.
