Renault Clio Replacement Key
Renault key cards come with an emergency blade which can be used when remote buttons don't work. The lock is usually located close to the door handle and hidden beneath the cap of a 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 vehicle if you've lost yours. This is a straightforward process and we can do it at your home or work. Laptop software is used to connect to the car's computer and program new keys. This is much faster than visiting the main dealer and it is also considerably cheaper.
Some Renaults come with unique keys. Instead of a standard key a card is inserted into the dash to unlock and start the vehicle. It functions as a standard car key, but it does not require to be turned to lock the car. The engine can only be started by pressing the brake or clutch pedal.
If your Renault key card isn't working, the first thing to do is verify that it's inserted correctly in the ignition and is activated. You can check this by turning the ignition several times to check that it's working.
A key card that isn't able to function is usually a result of it being tampered with. It could be because someone has added an extra key to the system or used the remote to open or close the doors. In either scenario, the key card won't work and will have to be reset.
Transponder Keys
Renaults have an immobiliser feature that is fitted on the car. If you turn on your key, it deactivates it. This is a great security feature as it makes it impossible for a novice or old-fashioned car burglar to hot wire the car and start it without a key.
The majority of Renault cars manufactured in the year 2000 have transponder keys. This is where there is a chip hidden in the key's head and when you turn your key in the ignition it sends out a signal the immobiliser which removes it and allows your car to start.
The older Renaults have a different type of key which is an ordinary flat metal key and work the same manner as you would use a standard mechanical key. They will open the door, but not operate the vehicle. Some newer cars will have remote keys that are similar to the FOBIK chip key however instead of being a simple remote, it's a complete unit, these are often known as Smart Keys or Proximity keys.
These keys are a little more difficult to steal than the normal transponder keys since they require a small flat metal tool to be removed from the key. These are typically available from a local hardware store. These methods however don't make it impossible for a professional criminal to steal a car because they also have other options such as the use of a slim jim or removing the door handle, and bending the top of the door away to reveal a hook they can use to open the lock.
Remote Keys
Unlike transponder keys, remote car keys aren't able to transmit information about your identity. These are more for convenience rather than security. The key fob comes with a number of 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 the remote key you purchased is lost or damaged You can replace it with the Renault replacement remote key. You will have to get the right key for your specific type of vehicle. This can be costly, especially if a dealer or a locksmith is responsible for the task. There are online sites which will supply you with keys in blank form for a lower cost. The keys will need to be programmed by a professional them.
Follow the guidelines in the owner's manual when reprogramming a new key. In certain models, you will need to press a specific button to activate the reprogramming feature. After you have done so, you'll need to act swiftly. There are just a few seconds before the car's system resets the commands, and exits the programming mode. If you're not careful, the car will reset all commands and leave programming mode.
Key Cards
One of the most confusing inputs our locksmiths receive is Renault owners losing their keys. In the more fortunate instances, drivers will find keys or key card in their pockets, but there are a few horrendous situations where they simply inside and out lose it.
A lot of people will think that the only way to obtain a replacement key is to contact the Renault dealership and ask them to request a replacement for you. replacement key for renault clio can be a very lengthy process, and you could find yourself without a vehicle for a long time while you wait for your new key.
Renaults have an immobiliser and keys that are complicated. Early models (typically until around 2000) have a key that cannot be programmed through plugging in the tester and pressing a button like the majority of key fobs that you can purchase from Ebay. These systems require specialist tools and software in order to program the new key.
In more modern Renaults the key card has gone through a number of changes both in terms of how it looks and what is inside it. All Renault key cards now have an emergency key blade fitted which can be used to open the vehicle if the buttons fail to operate. They also have a small ignition key hidden inside them to ensure that the battery does not run out.