Why is my Renault car key not detected?
In fourteen years we’ve programmed five hundred cards plus, and in that time, we’ve seen two faulty card readers. The other times, it was a faulty key card causing a Renault car key problem. So, before you spend money on a card reader, get the card checked. It’s easy to do.
What kind of key does a Renault Clio use?
The cars that use an old-fashioned key are the Renault Clio, Modus, and Wind. These all use a similar style of key, although the earlier Clio, from 2001 – 2006 has only one button. The later versions have a two or three button key. The technology that’s inside the key, is the same as that inside the key card.
Is the Renault car key stronger than the key card?
Therefore, it’s still liable to damage and failure. However, because the key is stronger, the electronics are better protected. Therefore, generally, the keys last much longer than the key cards. On all cars with an old-fashioned key, they have used an old-fashioned immobiliser warning light. On Renault cars, it’s always a single red dot.
Why is my key not detected on my Megane?
Megane and Laguna models suffer from a host of Body Computer problems and if there’s a wiring issue anywhere, the car won’t start. Key reader or Key card problem? A lot of our customers believe that the reason for the car the ‘card not detected’ is the card reader.
In fourteen years we’ve programmed five hundred cards plus, and in that time, we’ve seen two faulty card readers. The other times, it was a faulty key card causing a Renault car key problem. So, before you spend money on a card reader, get the card checked. It’s easy to do.
The cars that use an old-fashioned key are the Renault Clio, Modus, and Wind. These all use a similar style of key, although the earlier Clio, from 2001 – 2006 has only one button. The later versions have a two or three button key. The technology that’s inside the key, is the same as that inside the key card.
Therefore, it’s still liable to damage and failure. However, because the key is stronger, the electronics are better protected. Therefore, generally, the keys last much longer than the key cards. On all cars with an old-fashioned key, they have used an old-fashioned immobiliser warning light. On Renault cars, it’s always a single red dot.
Megane and Laguna models suffer from a host of Body Computer problems and if there’s a wiring issue anywhere, the car won’t start. Key reader or Key card problem? A lot of our customers believe that the reason for the car the ‘card not detected’ is the card reader.
How can I repair my Renault Megane key?
Check out www.keyrepair.co.uk they repair Renault cards. I had one repaired for a Grand Scenic. £25 I think, fast service, recorded delivery. They did a great job. They carefully open the card, replace the switches as standard and find the fault and repair it, usually a dry/cracked joint.
Why are Renault Megane key cards so fragile?
Renault Megane key cards are prone to damage because they are fragile and very often are dropped on the floor or when attached to house keys they get jammed in the doors.
Can you take the key out of a Renault Megane?
You can take the key itself out of the key card, can’t you. We have a Clio with a key card. Can you start the engine with the key bit, or is that just for getting in out. Hi, I have a Renault Megane which starts by using a key card. Today I tried to start it it but a message flashed up on the dashboard which said “card not detected”.
Why does my Renault Megane say card not detected?
Hi, I have a Renault Megane which starts by using a key card. Today I tried to start it it but a message flashed up on the dashboard which said “card not detected”. I had used the car a few hours before and it has never done this in the three years I have had the car.
What kind of Renault key card do I Need?
The Renault key cards we keep in stock are for almost all Renault models – new and older Megane and Scenic key cards, Laguna key cards and many more. We always recommend our customers to have a spare Renault key card to be safe and covered in case of emergency.
What happens when you put the key in the ignition?
You put the key in the ignition and turn it on (again, don’t try and start the car). This time the red light stays on solid. If the red light stays on, the car will never start. This red light is a warning to you that something is wrong. The key will get the blame, but this isn’t usually the case. Again, get the key checked out.
Why is my Renault Megane key not recognised?
If the steering lock comes off, when you put the key in the slot, then the key is recognised. However, if you hear the steering lock come off, but when you press the button nothing happens, it’s not the key. Megane and Laguna models suffer from a host of Body Computer problems and if there’s a wiring issue anywhere, the car won’t start.
What kind of car does 2001 Laguna not start?
2001 Laguna occasionally doesn’t start. On pressing start button, there is just a click. Push starts OK but jump start doesn’t work. Battery … read more I have a 1.2 16v 2002 renault clio. Now and again the electrical fault light on the dash comes on and the car sometimes cuts out.
You put the key in the ignition and turn it on (again, don’t try and start the car). This time the red light stays on solid. If the red light stays on, the car will never start. This red light is a warning to you that something is wrong. The key will get the blame, but this isn’t usually the case. Again, get the key checked out.
Why does my car key not turn in?
A very common reason a car key won’t turn in the ignition is that the keyway of the ignition cylinder is a little jammed up. Just lubricating the lock may be enough to solve your issue.
Why is the key not turning in the Renault Clio?
Renault clio: key will not turn in the ignition,tried the spare… Customer Question key will not turn in…
A very common reason a car key won’t turn in the ignition is that the keyway of the ignition cylinder is a little jammed up. Just lubricating the lock may be enough to solve your issue.
Renault clio: key will not turn in the ignition,tried the spare… Customer Question key will not turn in…