What Is Transponder Key - Pop A Lock San Diego
by Jeffry Colman -
Almost all new automobile exist on the roads today are furnished with some sort of transponder key. Lexus, Honda, Subaru, Ford, Jeep, Chrysler, Kia and Cadillac and basically every car manufacturer adopts transponder keys and reading this article will help you in understanding more about them.
What is a Transponder Key?
Straight forward, these keys have an audio and infrared waves remote transmitter inside of them. A computer next to the ignition switch of the vehicle contain a receiver. The chip in the key delivers a very low level signal to the vehicle that can only be detected when the correct programmed key was inserted to the key crater hole.
Why Do Auto manufacturers Use Transponder Keys?
They are used to prevent car theft. The vehicle will not ignite if the immobilized computer at the ignition doesn't detect the signal from the key. If a copied key is inserted without the correct signal, the car will not ignite.
Why does this matter to me?
In the old days, regaining your Acura key was practicable at the nearest dealer, the hardware store or even at Walmart, withal this availability was possible not only to the owner, but to anyone that procure a key cutting machine could clone an extra set of key to unlock a purposeless vehicle and drive away with no permission. This days, back upping Acura transponder key keys has to be made by an licensed lock smith or accredited dealer, the key has to be compatible and coded to the vehicle and pro-actively, copying keys turn to be more regulated and as a side effect also a lot more overpriced.
How Can I Tell If I Have A Transponder Key?
- Open this website and search your vehicle year, automobile manufacturer and model and submit a query for the results.
- In most cases, the plastic beak of the key will be wider than a metal key blade. One more test is to sheathe the plastic part of the key with a few tin foil layers and then try to ignite the car. If the car doesn't ignite, there is a chip present.
- A second indication that you have a transponder key is by it's price. You can call the dealer-ship with your VIN and inquire for a key made cost. If it is less than $35, probably it is not a transponder key. If it more than $50, there is no doubt that a transponder is used!
Note: There are several exceptions, but not many.
What Does A Transponder Key Have To Do With Remote Starters?
In their most simple configuration, a remote starter is “hot wiring” your motor vehicle in a very precise and controlled way. If the motor vehicle doesn't detect the signal from the key, your remote starter will not be able to ignite the car.
How Do You Get Around This?
There are numerous programmers that are available to work around this issue while remote starting. These programmers fool the auto motive computer into thinking that the key is in the switch. It is vital to know that this is only happening while a remote starting cycle. This method do not distillate the security that the transponder delivers, but plainly getting around it during the start cycle.
Last word
Car locksmiths has been installing remote start devices way before transponder keys were available on cars. Equipped with highest quality bypass modules manufacturers an automotive lock smith know how to set them up them correctly.