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Types of Car Keys
If you've discovered yourself without your car keys and you are in a panic, take a deep breathe and try to remain calm. Check your immediate surroundings to locate your keys. Retrace your steps to find where you lost them.
If you can't locate your keys, we will create a duplicate key for you. This will give you an unlocking key that allows you to open your vehicle and then start it manually.
Keyless Entry
Many newer vehicles and some older models provide keyless entry, a feature that lets you unlock your car without having touch the door handle or insert a key. Some of the most advanced systems also include remote keyless ignition (RKI) which can start your engine and can activate ten additional electronic accessories.
These systems rely on radio waves that are emitted by your vehicle, and then picked up by the receiver within the key fob. When you place your hands on the door handle or press a button that is mounted on the handle the key fob emits its own signal which is matched to the one being broadcast by the vehicle's transmitter and the doors will unlock.
Some of the most advanced keyless entry systems for cars are equipped with smart technology. This allows you to control these systems with the mobile app or cloud-based management system. This helps you manage them if you want to give guests or maintenance staff access to your vehicles or buildings.
They are not without their flaws. The most significant drawbacks are related to security. For instance, if a key fob battery fails while you're driving the battery will cease to transmit its signal and you will not be able to lock or start the engine. Although numerous manufacturers have systems in place that warn you when the key is nearing death however, they're not foolproof.
Transponder Keys
One of the most well-known kinds of car keys is a transponder keys (also known as chip keys) that work with an embedded microchip inside the head of the plastic car key. The microchip sends a low-level signal to the car's receiver that only matches up with the serial number encoded into it by the manufacturer. This is to prevent unauthorized duplicate keys to ensure that only you are able start your car.
These keys are more difficult to copy and are also less likely to be stolen. They are also more expensive than keys made of flat metal but if you have an experienced locksmith who knows how to program them to your specific vehicle then they can save you money over the long term.
They are not just secure, but they can be easily damaged by children. They should not be left around in an area that is secure and can't be accessed by small hands. They could also pose dangers if they are dropped or thrown into water and some require batteries, making them dangerous to leave in the home.
A professional locksmith will typically duplicate keys and reprogram them for you. They can do this at just a fraction of the price that you would pay at a dealership, and they're more practical.
Folding Keys
Some vehicles can utilize keys that fold. www.g28carkeys.co.uk but with the metal folding into the body of plastic to make it more compact and easy to store in your pocket or on your key chain. These keys are becoming more well-known, in part because they are less likely than other types of keys to be damaged by water or heat. They are also more difficult to clone and therefore a more secure option as compared to other types of keys for cars.
They're not the most practical however, they'll work in the event that you've lost your regular car keys. They are also less costly to replace than transponder keys, making them an excellent choice for those looking to reduce the security features of their vehicle.
Silca-Proximity Remote Car Keys can be made for a variety of models. They are ready-to-programme using the PCB, transponder and emergency or flip blade included. They can be programmed using advanced diagnostics devices and are packaged individually in a clamshell made of plastic for easy identification and hook display.
These are great for replacing a damaged key or worn-out case on a remote. However, they do NOT contain the internal electronics (include immobilizer/transponder chip)unit inside so please be sure you are buying a complete car key before purchasing!
Mechanical Keys
Modern cars no long use mechanical keys. Instead, they employ an RFID chip inside a key to identify it and communicate with the car's system to start and function. The mechanical key can open the doors, as well as the fuel cap. However when it's not programmed to communicate with your vehicle and start, it won't work.
The system utilizes LF (low-frequency 125 milliseconds) which transmits antennas both in and out of the vehicle. These antennas communicate with the smart keys. The key transmits its unique ID to the car if close enough to trigger an antenna. The PASE module checks the key, turns off the immobilizer and permits the vehicle to begin.
If the battery of the smart key wears out or fails it has a mechanical backup available. Many manufacturers cover the mechanical blade for emergencies behind an enclosure for aesthetic reasons. The majority of vehicles equipped with smart-key systems come with an emergency starting feature that requires inserting the dead key fob in the slot, or placing it close to an area on dashboard that will charge it using inductive charging. Our team of highly-trained auto locksmiths have all the tools and equipment needed to cut any type of suzuki key, whether it's a key made of metal or transponder key. To make an order, please fill out our online form for inquiry and we'll be in touch.
