Transponder Technology

This anti theft system is quite secure. The keys have an embedded transponder chip that must be recognised by the vehicle before it will start. The circuitry that controls this function is an integral part of the onboard computer system of the vehicle. Until the system recognises a registered key, the starting, fuel, and ignition systems of the vehicle are not functional. This has helped to reduce car theft but causes major problems for the vehicle owners when the vehicle keys are lost or stolen.

Entry to the vehicle in such situations and following lockout has become more and more of a problem. New replacement car keys and Fobs will require programming to the vehicles immobiliser engine management system using the correct equipment and a pin code that is unique to the vehicle or they simply will not work. Therefore most ordinary locksmiths are no longer able to assist in this situation.

Our workshop is equipped with the latest transponder production equipment, keys and cutting machines along with the latest state of the heart Key Programming equipment. Which enables us to cut and programme most makes of vehicle keys in house.

It is good practice to erase stored data on previous keys that may have been lost, stolen or retained by previous owners, giving you that extra peace of mind that these keys will no longer start the vehicle.

We will require proof of ownership for any vehicle we make keys for.

Warning: If you purchase second hand keys and remote key fobs, some may work, the majority do not.

In most cases we can duplicate transponder chipped keys, provided that the owner is in possession of a working key for the vehicle. We cannot duplicate your existing remote key fob. Each key fob must have a different code for the system to work. In many situations we can cut a new key using the broken parts if the key presented is broken.

Note: We only replace and repair the manufactures original fitted equipment immobiliser and alarm systems.

The immobiliser usually works with an alarm system but the two are separate systems, 50% of modern vehicles do NOT have an alarm system, just the immobiliser.

Each manufacture uses their own systems so each system works in a different way, some can be overridden by a pin code, most new systems are built into the vehicle and cannot be removed.

We aim to be much cheaper than the dealer. If we do not list the item you require it is probably because we cannot get it any cheaper than you can from the dealership.

Did you know that a car key is the most daily used item? With cars being such a necessity today for most of us, it is vital not to be caught out by losing or breaking your only key. We can supply spare keys at a fraction of the price you’d pay at the dealership.

While transponder technology is not a new thing in general, it is relatively new to the automotive industry. What used to be a quick stop at the hardware store for a couple of spare car keys for under £10 are a thing of the past? Some car owners will tend to delay or forgo the expense. This can come back to haunt them in a big way!

Previously when all keys to the vehicle were lost, the owner would have to bite the bullet and have a franchised dealer originate new keys for the car. This would cost considerably more than a duplicate key, and depending on the time of day and location of the vehicle, could cost anywhere from one hundred, to several hundred pounds.

The only way to steal modern vehicles is by obtaining the keys. So look after them try not to drop them,

PUT YOUR KEYS AWAY IN A SAFE PLACE and out of site.

Nissan Micra K12

2002-2010

Nissan Note

Cut and programmed to vehicle while you wait.

By Appointment.

£139.99 inc Vat

Ford Remote Key

Cut and programmed to vehicle while you wait.

By Appointment.

£95.99 inc Vat

C4 and Picasso

Three Button Remote

Cut and programmed to vehicle while you wait.

By Appointment.

£129.99 inc Vat