Types of Car Keys

Relax, and remain calm if find yourself without your car key. Check the immediate area for your keys and retrace your steps to find out where you lost them.

If you're having trouble finding your keys, we'll duplicate one for you. This will give you the key to unlock your vehicle and then start it manually.

Keyless Entry

Certain older models and newer models have keyless entry. This feature lets you unlock your car without having to insert a lock or turn the door handle. Some of the most sophisticated systems have remote keyless entry (RKI), which can start your car and activate 10 electronic accessories.

These systems utilize radio waves that are emitted by your vehicle and picked up by the receiver within the key fob. If you place your finger on the door handle or press a button mounted on the handle itself, the key fob sends its own signal that is matched to the one being broadcast by the vehicle's transmitter and the doors will open.

The most modern keyless entry systems for cars are paired with smart technology, which allows you to manage them using a mobile app or a cloud for management. This makes them much easier to manage if have guests or maintenance staff that need access to vehicles or structures on your property.

These systems do not come free of faults. The most significant problems are related to security. If your key fob dies within the car, while you are inside the vehicle, it will not be able transmit its signal and you will not be able to lock or start the vehicle. Many manufacturers have systems that alert you if your key is about to run out, but they're not foolproof.

Transponder Keys

One of the most common kinds of car keys is a transponder keys (also known as chip keys) that function with microchips in the plastic head of your car key. This microchip sends a low-level signal to the car's receiver that only matches up with the serial number that has been programmed into it by the manufacturer. This is done to avoid unauthorized copying of your key, so that you can only start your vehicle.

These keys are difficult to duplicate and are less likely to be stolen. They are more expensive than the flat ones, but they can save you a significant amount of money if they are found by an locksmith who is able to program them for your vehicle.

These keys aren't just safe, but they could be easily damaged by children. They should not be left around unless they are in a secure place where they are not accessible to small hands. They could also pose a hazard if they are placed in water or dropped and some require batteries, making them dangerous to leave around the house.

Most of the time an experienced locksmith will be able duplicate these keys and reprogramme them for you. This can be done for only a fraction of the cost you'd pay a dealer and it's also more efficient.

Folding Keys

Certain vehicles can use folding keys. The metal is folded into the plastic body which makes it easier to store and compact. These keys are becoming more popular, especially because they are less likely than other types of keys to be damaged by water or heat. They are also harder to duplicate than other kinds of keys, which makes them a safer choice.

These aren't the most convenient to use, but they could help in a pinch should you lose your regular car key. They're also cheaper to replace than a transponder key making them a good alternative for those who want to reduce the cost of their vehicle's security features.

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Mechanical Keys

Modern automobiles do not use mechanical keys. Instead, they employ an RFID chip inside the key to identify it and communicate with the system of the car to start and operate. The mechanical key can unlock the doors and the fuel cap. However when it's not programmed to communicate with your car it will not start.

The system employs LF (low frequency 125 KHz) transmitting antennas in and outside of the vehicle, which communicate with the smart key. If the key is close enough to trigger one of the antennas, it will send its ID back to the car via RF (radio frequency >300 MHz). The PASE module then confirms the suzuki vitara key and turns off the immobilizer to allow the vehicle to start.

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