10 Simple Ways To Figure Out Your Renault Car Key Replacement

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Renaults have a complex system when it comes to keys and immobiliser locks. Without going into too many technical details there are two main systems that affect the way a replacement key will need to be programmed.

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Immobilisers

Renault has a variety of different systems that are in use for their immobilisers and keys. The first models (pre-2000) use keys that need to be turned into the door lock, and pressed to start your vehicle. This is a system that can be difficult to code replacement keys. Newer models from 2000 and onwards, will have a transponder style key which can be programmed to the car via laptop-based software by using its diagnostic socket.

Key cards

Renault key cards look very different from traditional keys but function the same way. They can be placed in the dash card reader for the vehicle to start and then open. This type of key also includes a transponder chips inside it which helps identify the specific vehicle. A locksmith that is trained in Dublin can create a replacement Renault key or card for your vehicle. This will spare you any hassle in the event that the original key is damaged or lost.

Renault key cards are damaged by daily use. The switches inside can get cracked or cease to function after knocks or general wear and wear and tear. If you find that your Renault key card isn't opening the car or there is a rattling sound emanating from it, it is time to call a professional locksmith. A locksmith has the experience and equipment to make an appropriate replacement for your Renault key card and can be much cheaper than dealers.

If you've lost your Renault key, it can be very frustrating, especially when it's the only one! Many people believe that the only option to obtain a new key is to visit an Renault dealer. But, this can take a long time. Renault dealers must purchase the replacement key from their headquarters in France and it can take a week or more to arrive. If you call a locksmith they can cut and program the replacement Renault key on the same day you contact them.

Keys equipped with transponder chips

You might have an Renault manufactured in the last 20 years with an embedded key transponder chip. These tiny circuits can help keep your car safe from theft, as they will only let the car begin to start when the correct code is sent to it.

These chips are powered with tiny batteries that may fail over time. This can cause the key to stop working, and this is why it's crucial to get a replacement for your Renault car keys immediately you spot problems. Beishir Lock and Security offers a variety of these keys at a fraction the cost of your dealer.

You can obtain a replacement key by visiting the dealership, but this can be time-consuming and stop you from driving your car. A locksmith can reprogram your key and then give you the new one for a much lower price. They use a computer to communicate with the car, and program the chip. This is usually the most efficient and cost-effective option.

Some older Renaults have another key card that is placed into a dash-panel reader to start the vehicle. These cards are more difficult to replace, however they work.

Replacement keys

Renault cars have a fairly complicated system as far as anti-theft locks and keys are concerned. Without getting into too much technical detail, there are two broad systems that affect how a replacement key can be programmed. Early models (usually up to 2000) work with a key that can't be programmed into the car by simply plugging in a tester and pressing a button. These will require removal of what's not an Eeprom chip from the anti-theft system and use of professional tools and software to write new key information into the car, allowing it to start.

Renaults from the more recent models such as Megane, Clio and Laguna are equipped with a new system that utilizes cards. These are different from regular keys made of steel and are put into a specially designed dashboard reader to open the doors and to start the engine. A certified locksmith can replace these keys at a fraction the cost of the price you pay at an auto dealer.

Australian consumer advocates Choice recently conducted a survey of 22 dealerships on the cost of replacing a single car key. Their findings were not an enjoyable read.  renault key  found that it could cost up to AU$1,500 at the dealership, but the same job could be done for half the price by a locksmith.