Transponder Car Keys

[lockboys]

Hi, i am an automotive locksmith in Adelaide and have noticed a few posts on Transponder keys.I also know that worldwide very few people have any idea that their vehicle has this system fitted from the factory.


Automotive keys have changed forever!

Did you know that since the early 1990’S vehicle manufacturers have been installing a passive anti-theft system on the production line, this system is called TRANSPONDER KEY TECHNOLOGY. The system offers the vehicle owner, peace of mind in so much as the car can not be stolen without the correct electronically coded computer chip key to start the vehicle.
The word TRANSPONDER comes from 2 words, the first is Transmitter, this is where we get TRANS from, this relates to the key. The second word is Responder, this is where we get the word PONDER from and this relates to the vehicles onboard computer. The key when inserted into the ignition lock, transmits an electronic code to the onboard computer, this in return responds by recognizing the signal and the car starts.


The systems were iniated by insurance companies in Germany 12 years ago, at the time it was thought to be a great idea. However when the insurance companies saw the cost of what they had created they backed out of insurance if your car was stolen by using a key.
Which of coarse could be from a home invasion and finding your spare key left lying around.

Here are some pointers on how you should look after your key and known problems that can cause your key to stop working.



WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IN BRIEF.
Do not drop your keys as this may break the chip and your car will not start.
Do not get your key wet as the key may not start your car.
Do not have your key near an ATM when swiping your card as this may clear the key memory. This also applies to other card swipe facilities.
Do not leave keys in direct sunlight as it may cook the chip.
NEW PROBLEMS HAVE COME TO LIGHT
Fitting none genuine accessories to your car may cause your key to stop working.
Never keep 2 different transponder keys on the same key ring
Transponder keys can clear the information on your Credit cards if kept too close.
Mobile phone towers and Satellite dishes are also interfering with keys & remotes.
Transponder keys need to be duplicated on computer controlled machinery.
Hardware stores & key cutters are not Locksmiths & generally cater for the most common house house key.

Cheers darryl