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Types of Ignition Key Replacement The blade style car key is the simplest to use. It's as simple as inserting it into the ignition lock cylinder and you're good to go. Keys like this are typically used in older cars, but modern models feature transponder chips that need to be programmed into the vehicle to function. Keys can be replaced by a dealer or automotive locksmith. The VIN number of your car can be used to create an entirely new key. Transponder Keys Transponder chips are almost always found in cars manufactured within the last 20-years. This technology is a perfect combination of mechanical and electronic security, and it works by transmitting a coded signal to the vehicle whenever you put the key in the ignition. The engine control unit checks the code against its internal database to determine if you're the owner of the vehicle who is authorized. If you are, the car will start. The process takes milliseconds, and is not visible to the naked eye. If you have a transponder key, you will be able to see tiny electronic chips on the face of your key. The easiest method to test it is to insert the key into your ignition and turn it on. If your vehicle responds, that means that the key has been programmed and successfully verified as a genuine transponder key. This is because, whereas traditional keys work with lock tumblers to unlock the vehicle, transponder chip sends an electronic signal directly to the computer. This stops individuals from hot-wiring their car by making sure the right key is used. Follow these steps to reprogram a transponder. First, make sure that the key is in good condition and then put it aside. Then, sit in the driver's seat and insert the new blank key into the ignition and turn it to the on position. After about 15 minutes, turn off the ignition. After 15 minutes, you are able to attempt to start the car again. If it fails to start, then you will need to repeat the procedure of turning off and turning on the car. Reprogramming transponder keys is a bit more complex and costly than the process of duplicated a standard mechanical car key. In addition, you will require the key professionally cut, and a special car key programr is needed to remove the code from your ECM and match it with a new transponder key. Smart Keys Keys With smart keys, drivers can unlock their doors and start their engine by simply pressing a button without needing to insert the key into the ignition. The fob has a transponder that communicates with an immobilizer inside the car, disarming it so the car can be started. The fob has remote control buttons that open the tailgate, open the trunk and control the door locks. Some also have a panic button that, when pressed, blasts the horn of the vehicle to deter thieves. Like any technology, smart keys have their advantages and disadvantages. However, they can provide greater security and convenience – especially for those with the tendency to forget to lock the car. These features can also save you money in the long run. In addition to stopping thieves from stealing your car smart keys can also help you avoid that age-old phrase “it's there somewhere.” Contrary to traditional groove cut keys which require a metal key shaft to unlock and start the vehicle, smart keys use radio frequency signals to communicate with your vehicle. They are not duplicated using the traditional key. However, this doesn't mean that you cannot find the key in case it is lost. Depending on the manufacturer, smart keys can be more expensive than traditional groove cut keys. The main reason is that smart keys come with built-in electronic components, which makes them more complicated and difficult to repair in the event of malfunction. Pop-A Lock can replace and program smart keys at less than what your dealership would charge. We can even complete the process in a shorter time, avoiding the hassle of having arrange for alternative transportation until your car is fixed. If you're thinking about purchasing a smart key for your vehicle Do yourself a favor and purchase a spare fob to keep in a safe place, or consider motor insurance with a hefty payment in case you lose your keys. Keep it from people's eyes. G28 permit someone to steal your car. Switchblade Keys There are many options available when it comes to replacing an ignition key. The traditional key is the most common, and it has a steel shaft that has distinct notches or cutouts that correspond to lock tumblers on the ignition cylinder and door. They do not have modern features like remote unlocking and keyless entry, however they are durable and easy to use. Transponder keys on the other hand, are an enormous advancement in security technology. These keys have an embedded electronic chip that communicates with the receiver inside the vehicle. The vehicle will only start when the proper code has been transmitted. This type of key has proven effective in reducing theft from vehicles and programming a new key and transponder is relatively easy for a skilled car locksmith. Flip-style keys are a type of key that can be tucked away the blade when it is not in use. This helps protect the blade of the key from being damaged, and makes it easier to carry. This kind of key comes with an accessory key fob that has remote control features. Drivers can lock and unlock their car trunks, doors, and start their engines from a distance. For those looking for a new protection against car theft, laser cut keys are available. Lasers are used to cut the shanks of these keys, forming patterns that are more difficult to duplicate. They are more expensive than standard keys and key fobs but they provide a higher level of security. Switchblade keys are also available that resemble bladed weapons. They fold into a handle when they are not being used. The handle opens when the button is pressed, revealing the blade of the key. Locksmiths can repair the key blade or the key fob portion of this kind of key, however, they're slightly more expensive than standard replacements. Smart keys are the newest technology in security for cars and offer a fully electronic system for unlocking and starting your car. These keys communicate with your vehicle using antennas that are embedded into the car's frame and body. This eliminates the requirement for traditional key blades and the necessity of inserting the key into the ignition. The most advanced models have the ability to lock and start your car without being connected to the ignition at all but this requires you are within reach of the car. Key Fobs Key fobs work as remotes that allow you to start and lock your vehicle without touching the ignition. They are small, rectangular and come with buttons that can be used for a variety of functions. From locking the doors to remotely starting the car, they can do it all. They are connected to the car key using small plastic cases which may also have buttons to open the trunk or activate an alarm. Some newer cars also come with a combination key that provides the traditional key shank as well as the key fob, the latter typically controlling the ignition. They are also referred to as “transponder keys.” Many modern-day car owners use their key fobs to gain access to their vehicle, and most of them don't even realize that they are doing it. These devices can be a great way to make driving easier however they also have a few drawbacks. The most obvious issue is that the battery in the key fob can fail. The key fob sends an encoded code to unlock and start your car. If the signal is lost or disrupted the key won't be able to start the car. Fortunately, modern key fobs are built to be resilient against such threats. They are typically programmed to send random numbers to the car system every time they send a signal. This stops old codes from being reused and makes keys stolen from the car useless to thieves. If the key is lost the key fob can serve as a backup device to unlock and start the vehicle. Some manufacturers have even gone one step further and offer apps that can be downloaded onto the phone and used to control a vehicle, in the event that you're unable to find your key fob. A professional locksmith can assist you replace a lost key fob. They will be able to assist you and their services are likely to be less expensive than a dealership.