Renault Master Key Replacement
Renaults have a complicated system in the sense that immobiliser locks and keys are concerned. There are two major systems that can affect the way that a replacement key gets programmed.
Most people believe that the only way to purchase an automobile is to go to a main dealer. However this can be a time-consuming process and up to 50% more costly. We are able to offer an alternative.
Immobilisers
Renault has a variety of different systems to choose from with regard to keys and immobilisers. Early models (pre-2000) utilize keys that need to be turned into the door lock, then hit to start your car. This can make it difficult to code replacement keys. The newer models starting in 2000 will feature a transponder key that can be programmed into the car with laptop software by using its diagnostic socket.
renault key card replacement look very different to traditional keys but work in the same way. They are inserted into the dash card reader to open the car, and then start it. This kind of key has an embedded transponder that can be used to identify a specific car. A locksmith that is trained in Dublin will be able to make a replacement Renault key or card for your car. This will eliminate any hassles in the case that your original key is damaged or lost.
Renault key cards are damaged by daily use. The switch buttons on the inside could be damaged or lost their function due to a hit or normal wear and tear. Contact a locksmith if are noticing that your Renault key card isn't opening or rattling. Locksmiths have the expertise and tools to create an replacement Renault key card and can cost less than an auto dealer.
It is a frustrating experience to lose your Renault key, particularly when you are the only one who has it! Many think that the only option is to go to an Renault dealer however, this can be time-consuming. Renault dealers have to order the replacement key from their headquarters in France and it can take a week or more to arrive. If you call a locksmith they will cut and program the replacement Renault key on the same day that you call them.
Keys with transponder chips
You may have a Renault built in the last 20 years that has a key that has an embedded transponder chip. These little mini-circuits help keep your car safe from theft because they only allow the car to start if the correct code is entered into it.
The chips are powered by a small battery that could die over time. This could cause the key to cease working, which is the reason you should get an alternative for your Renault car keys immediately you spot issues. Beishir Lock and Security offers several keys for a fraction of the cost of your dealer.
A replacement key is available at the dealership. However, this is a lengthy procedure that will stop you from driving. A locksmith can reprogramme the key and provide you with another one at less cost. They use a computer to connect with the car and program the chip. This is typically the most efficient and cost-effective option.
Certain older Renaults use a different type of key card that is placed into the dash panel reader to start the car. These cards are more difficult to get an alternative replacement for, however the good news is that 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 like Megane, Clio and Laguna utilize a more modern system that utilizes cards. These are not like regular metal keys and are inserted into a special dashboard card reader to open the doors and start the engine. These can also be easily repaired by a professional locksmith at just a fraction of the price that you'd pay for the same service at dealerships.
Australian consumer advocates Choice recently surveyed 22 dealerships about the average cost to replace one car key. Their findings were not the most pleasant reading. They discovered that it could cost you up to AU$1,500 at a dealership, but that the same job could be done for half the price by a locksmith.