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Car Key Cutting Explained

honda-logo.pngCutting the car key is more than just bending metal. It is a complex process that ensures safety, functionality and durability of keys.

It is not unusual to lose your car keys or have them break in the lock. You will need a replacement car key to ensure that you are able to drive your car at all times.

Transponder Keys

If your car was manufactured within the past 20 years, it's likely to have transponder chips. These microchips are tiny in the handle of your key which transmit a signal to the vehicle's onboard computer when you are using it. The onboard computer reads the digital serial number in the chip and only allows the car to start if it is the correct one. This stops theft of vehicles as thieves would have to know your unique serial number to be able to take over it.

The microchip inside the key transmits a low-level signal to the receiver within the car. The radio signal activates your microchip, which transmits a code to the onboard computer of the car. The car will only begin when it recognizes the code. This prevents "hot wiring" or other methods of stealing cars.

Locksmiths who offer these services can design keys for cars with chips. Some auto dealers like AutoZone sell them. These stores have a wide variety of keys and can help you get the right one for your vehicle. They can also help you program the chip to your vehicle, which is required for it to function.

You can also purchase laser cut keys that are more secure than conventional flat keys. They have an cylinder for locking that is much more difficult to pick, and are only duplicated using expensive laser key cutting machines or specialized software. This type of technology is typically found in high-end cars, but it is now accessible in a variety of affordable cars as well.

The VATS (vehicle-anti-theft system), key is another type of key that is difficult to duplicate. They come with a resistor black on the blade of the key. It can be programmed with one of a variety of values to stop it from starting a car that's not intended to. These keys are costly and require the use of a key programming machine which is only available at certain locksmiths.

Keys to VATS

Before transponder keys or vehicles with computers built-in to control the ignition, GM used a system known as VATS (Vehicle Anti-Theft System). VATS makes use of a regular key that has a resistor pellet embedded in it to confirm that the correct key is used to start the vehicle. The VATS pellet black located in the middle of the VATS key isn't a chip like those found on modern smart keys, it is simply a block of carbon that is sized appropriately to have an electrical resistance that is specific to.

GM used 15 different resistances for the VATS Pellets. They connected them to key blades so that when the key was turned in the ignition a coded signal is sent to the module. If the signal is in line with that of the transistor in a VATS pellet then the relay in the starter circuit will turn on and the engine will begin to run. This doesn't make a car secure from theft, but it will delay the theft by at most 15 to 20 minutes.

After a lot of usage the VATS module could begin to wear out. The two wires inside the ignition move each time the key is inserted. As time passes the wires can start to break. Once enough of the wires are broken, the signal to the module is lost and the module won't be able to start the car.

The good news is that you can solve this issue at home by decoding your VATS key. It's not difficult to determine the resistance value of a key by using the multimeter. All you have to do is put one of the leads of your ohm meter on the prongs made of metal sticking out on both sides of the key. Then look at the display of the ohmmeter to determine the resistance value of your key.

This method is also a good way to test a new key to see whether it will work in your vehicle. Just be sure to remove the key from the ignition prior to testing it, or else the new key could be displaying an incorrect VATS value and not work in your vehicle.

Smart Key Fobs

Key fobs today can do more than just unlock or start the vehicle. They can also be used as a security device and theft deterrent, with many of them incorporating advanced features that owners may not even be aware of. They can lock and unlock your door remotely and make chirping sounds to help you locate your vehicle in a parking lot, or allow you to call it up by pressing a button. This is a lot more than you could ever think of from a standard keychain remote. Smart key fobs are more expensive to replace because of their additional functions. They also need to be programmed at the dealer.

In fact, Laser key cutting some dealers will charge upwards of $100 to replace one smart key fob. It's a steep price to pay for a device that's often tossed around in purses and pockets where it could be damaged, dropped or exposed to extreme temperatures and humidity. Fortunately certain automakers have come up with ways to safeguard smart key fobs from the most common kinds of electronic attacks, such as relay attacks. These are often combined with a remote start hack that allows thieves access to your vehicle's settings via the transmission of a fake signal another transmitter nearby.

To safeguard a smart fob to protect it, you can place it in a metal case or put it in an RFID blocking case. This will block the transmission of these signals. The ease of use of this technology is diminished if you have to take your key fob out every time you use it from the protective case.

Fortunately, some of the newer car insurance policies and auto club memberships and extended warranty coverage will cover the cost of replacing a fob or reimburse you for a lost fob. You can also save money on new-car dealer charges and have your fob cut at a hardware store or locksmith which offers key-fob cloning.

For the majority of drivers who want to buy an additional key fob is contingent on how important your car's keyless entry and push button starter functions are. You should always keep an extra key or fob on hand in case you misplace yours. If you have to purchase a replacement, Batteries Plus has a wide selection of fobs for the majority of cars and trucks. Plus, we offer an efficient, quick service that is roughly 50% less than the price you'd buy from a dealership.

Traditional Keys

Traditional keys for cars are a single piece of metal that has a series of grooves cut into it to fit into a particular lock. They can unlock your locks and start your vehicle, provided that you don't replace them with an electronic key or a remote key. The only disadvantage of using the traditional key is that it needs to be physically placed into the ignition to start the car. If your traditional key is damaged, lost or stolen, you'll have to visit an Gainesville locksmith to have a new one cut from the blank.

There are several options to choose from depending on how long it has been since you've had your keys cut. Certain keys employ mechanical cutting machines to create copies, while others employ laser-cut keys that have been made with security features in mind.

Modern keys have advanced features such as encryption and anti-theft mechanisms. Encryption makes it more difficult for thieves to duplicate keys or take locks. Transponder chips are an additional anti-theft device. They are embedded into the key and can communicate with your vehicle. This means that they only work when you're within a certain distance.

If you decide to utilize a traditional key your locksmith can create an entirely new key using a standard cutter machine that is available at most hardware stores. This is less expensive than a key fob or a transponder key cutting near me, and you can still operate your trunk locks, trunk locks, and doors.

Another alternative is to get your standard car key replaced with a laser-cut version that has a unique pattern. The first keys of this kind were released in the 1990s and are a popular choice for those who want to protect their vehicles. Typically, laser cut keys come with transponder chips that are designed to work only for your specific vehicle. If the chips aren't present in your vehicle, they will not respond to the signals generated by the key.

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