The Story of the Renault Card Key
The hands-free card is among of the most significant inventions ever to change the way that people use cars. Pascaline Head Cross-Cutting Products for Renault Group Products will walk us through the background and development of this compact device.
The origins of the card
A vital part of the lives of car owners, Renault's hands-free card has been a huge hit worldwide. The first time it was designed, in the year 2000 and is now one of the company's most popular innovations. Pascaline the Head of Cross-Cutting Products at the Products division is taking us on an adventure to find out the story behind this useful accessory.
In 2001, the Laguna II, a saloon that was designed to reflect a lifestyle driving, came into production. It was an era of a lot of innovation with an array of new features capabilities that let customers enjoy their vehicle to the maximum.
The occupants still had to use keys to open and shut their doors. This was a huge issue for a lot of people and Renault engineers were determined to address the issue.
They decided to incorporate a contactless card in their vehicles, and develop an system that allows drivers to enter and unlock their cars simply by using their hands. The card key is now present in two of three Renault vehicles. If it's located in the ignition barrel or on the centre console the car will unlock when the card is near and lock automatically when it is removed. renault key card is a genuine Renault remote control keycard (without blade). It comes individually clam-packed and is ready to be programmed using Abrites Diagnostics for Renault/ Dacia Software with the ProTAG Programmer.
The design
Having a Renault key card or even the car remote key can be a fantastic convenience in our lives. Unfortunately, these items are susceptible to malfunction due to wear and tear or being dropped. If this occurs, it can be quite frustrating. Fortunately, there are many options to replace your Renault key card. One option is to call your dealer. However, this could take a long time, and it could also be costly. Another option is to contact an expert locksmith.
SR Key Solutions has the necessary equipment needed to program and produce Renault keys and cards and keys. We can offer an upgrade to your existing key at a much cheaper price than what a dealer would charge. Additionally, we can do the job much quicker than a dealer.
This product is compatible with Renault Laguna II, Espace 4 and Vel Satis keycards (keyless entry system). It will protect your card while giving it a stylish appearance. It comes in two different colors and can be personalized with your VIN or a logo. It can be attached to a standard keychain or put inside the key case. This is a genuine Renault item and will only work with the vehicle for the reason for which it was purchased. Please provide your VIN to ensure that the correct key is provided.
The technology
Renault key cards contain transponder chips inside and have a low frequency communication feature which allows the card to communicate with your car. The chips are susceptible to cracking due the use of common sense and it can be very expensive to get them repaired or replaced at a dealership. We can repair or replace your Renault key card for less than the dealer cost.
The hands-free card first launched in 2001 on the Laguna II saloon, which was designed to be a "lifestyle" car of the 21st century. Renault was unable to test all possible uses despite having a detailed design guideline which was based on more than 6,000 conversations with customers.
Bernard Dumondel was the product leader for Laguna II at the time. He used his hotel room keys to unlock his car. He believed that a car key could be made with the same magnetic strip that was used to make the key.
In the years that followed the card was hailed as a revolutionary technology and is now offered on two of three Renault vehicles. Although smartphones are on the verge of replacing it, Renault has chosen to make use of these new features without letting the hands-free card slip off the radar.
The keyless entry system
Renault's hands free card was a revolutionary piece of technology when it was first introduced 20 years ago. The exterior design is the same, but the technology has been upgraded to make it easier to use and more difficult to hack.
It's not able to be used from outside to unlock doors or start the car until the driver has activated it. That's because radio signal antennae "around" the car are set up to determine the presence of the key outside or inside. The key will work at a distance to begin the ignition of your car, but it won't be able to unlock the doors, which is for your safety.
The wireless remote control transmissions of the system employ the rolling-code. This reduces the risk of someone stealing an informational message and transmitting it to gain access, but doesn't completely eliminate it. [1]
If the key fob on your Megane suddenly stops working, particularly after you've dropped it on the floor it could indicate that the receiver module is faulty. If this is the situation, you'll need to replace it with a genuine Renault replacement. To learn more about key programming, go to the Key Programming Information tab' above. Customers who are involved in the locksmith or motor trades can apply for a trade account and receive a discount on prices.