A Brief History Of The Evolution Of Renault Trafic Key Fob
The Story of the Renault Card Key
In all the inventions that have altered the way we drive however, none has made as an impact on the daily lives of drivers as the hands-free card. Pascaline, the Head of Cross-Cutting Products at Renault Group Products goes over the history of this simple device.
The history behind the card
The hands-free card from Renault is an international success. It's now an essential part of the daily life of car owners. Since its first introduction 20 years ago it's one of the company's most popular innovations. Pascaline who is the Head of Cross-Cutting Products in the Products division takes you on the journey of discovery to understand the origins of this useful tool.
In 2001 the Laguna II, an executive saloon which embodies 'lifestyle-driven driving", entered production. It was a time of a lot of innovation with an array of new features features which helped customers enjoy their vehicle to the fullest.
However, the passengers of these cars had to utilize keys to open and close their doors. This was a major stumbling block for many people and Renault engineers determined to fix it.
So, they decided to integrate a contactless card into their vehicles and develop a system that would enable drivers to open and start their cars by merely waving a hand. The card's key is present in two of three Renault vehicles. The card can be found located in the ignition barrel or on the centre console the car will be unlocked when the card approaches, and will lock automatically when removed. This is a genuine Renault remote control key card (without the blade). It comes in a clam-packed box and is ready to be programmed using Abrites Diagnostics for Renault/ Dacia Software with the ProTAG Programmer.
The design
The possession of a Renault key card or a car remote key could be a wonderful convenience in our lives. Unfortunately, these things are susceptible to failure due to wear and tear or simply being dropped. If this occurs, it is quite stressful. There are a variety of options to replace your Renault key card. One option is to call the dealership. However, this could take a long time and it can also be costly. A professional locksmith is a different option.
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This product is compatible for the Renault Laguna II (keyless entry), Espace 4 (keyless entry) and Vel Satis (keyless entrance system). It shields your card and gives it a stylish appearance. It is available in two colors and can be printed with your VIN, logo, etc. It can be used with a regular keychain, or in the key case. This is a genuine Renault product that is designed to be compatible with the vehicle you have ordered. Please provide your VIN to ensure that the correct key is delivered.
The technology
Renault keys have transponder chips and a low-frequency communication feature. This enables the card to communicate with your car. These chips may break from regular usage, and it can be extremely costly to replace or repair them at a dealer. renault clio car key replacement can repair or replace your Renault key card at just a fraction of the retail price.
The first hands-free card was introduced in 2001, in the Laguna II saloon. This car was designed to be the ideal lifestyle car of the 21st century. Renault could not test all possible uses, despite the detailed design guidelines that was based on over 6,000 interviews with customers.
Luckily, the product lead on Laguna II, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in an hotel at the time, and used his room key to open his car. The key he was using had a small magnetic strip, he thought that it would be possible to make an automobile key that functions in a similar way.
In the years that followed, the card was hailed as a groundbreaking innovation and is now available on two of three Renault vehicles. Renault has decided to make use of the new features of smartphones to enhance the hands-free card, the fact that it appears they are soon to replace it.
The keyless entry system
Renault's hands free card was a groundbreaking piece of technology when it was introduced 20 years ago. Its exterior is still similar, but the technology inside has received a few upgrades to make it more user-friendly and less difficult to hack.
It can't be used to unlock the doors or start the engine from outside the vehicle unless it is activated by the driver. This is because radio antennae "around the car" are configured to detect whether the key is inside or outside. The key will still work from a distance to turn on the car's ignition but not to unlock the doors. This is for your safety.
Second, the wireless remote control transmissions of the system utilize the rolling-code. This lowers the likelihood of security being compromised by someone intercepting and retransmitting an authorization message to gain access, but doesn't eliminate the risk altogether. [1]
If the key fob on your Megane suddenly ceases to function, particularly after you've dropped it on the floor, it could be a sign the receiver module is damaged. If this is the situation, you'll need to replace it with an authentic Renault replacement. Click the 'Key Programming Information' tab above to find out more. Customers who are involved in the locksmith or motor trade can sign up for a trade account to benefit from a discounted price.