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Car Key Cutting Explained

Car key cutting is more than simply shaping the metal. It is a complicated process that guarantees safety, functionality and the longevity of keys.

It is not uncommon to lose keys to your car, or have them break through the lock. To ensure you're able to always drive your car, you will need a new key cut.

Transponder Keys

If your car was manufactured in the last 20 years, it's likely to have transponder chips. These microchips are situated in the key's handle and send a signal to the onboard computers in your vehicle when you press the key. The computer on board reads the digital serial number inside the chip and allows the car to start if it's the correct one. This prevents car theft as thieves would have to know your unique serial number to be able to take over it.

The microchip inside your car key sends an unintentional radio signal to the receiver inside the car. This radio signal activates the microchip that then transmits the code to the onboard computer of the car. The car will be able to recognize this code and only allow it to start only if the key is the right one. This prevents the use of "hot wiring" and other methods of theft of cars.

Car keys with chips can be made at an authorized locksmith who offers these services. They are also available at some automotive retailers like AutoZone. They have a huge variety of keys, and can assist you in finding the right one for your car. They can even assist you to program the chip to your vehicle, which is necessary for it to function.

Laser cut keys are more secure than flat keys. They are more secure than traditional flat keys because they have locks that are more difficult to pick. They can only be duplicated using expensive laser key cutting machines, or with specialized software. This type of technology is typically found in luxury cars but is now accessible on many affordable models.

The VATS (vehicle-anti-theft system) key is a different kind of key that is difficult to duplicate. The keys are black with a resistor in the key blade that is programmed with one of 15 potential values to prevent the car from starting that it's not designed to. These keys are more expensive to purchase and require a specific key programming device that can only be located at certain locksmiths.

VATS Keys

Before the advent of transponder keys as well as cars equipped with computer chips that control the car's ignition, GM used something called VATS (Vehicle Anti-Theft System). VATS utilizes a key that has an internal resistor to ensure that the correct key was used to start the car. The black VATS Pellet that is located in the middle of the VATS Key isn't a smart chip as present on modern keys. It's just carbon or a block which is sized to have an electrical resistance value.

GM used 15 different resistances for the VATS Pellets and connected them to key blades so that when the key is turned in the ignition a coded signal is sent to the module. If it matches the resistance value of the transistor in the VATS pellet, the relay in the starter circuit is activated and the engine begins to run. This doesn't make a car theft proof however it can delay the theft by at most 15 to 20 minutes.

After a prolonged period of usage, the VATS module can start to wear out. The two wires that connect the ignition move each time a key is placed. As time passes the wires can begin to break. Once enough of the wires break, the signal to the module gets lost and the module won't be able to start the car.

You can solve this problem at home by decoding your VATS code. It's not hard to determine the resistance of a key by using a multimeter. You can determine the resistance value by placing one of the leads on the prongs of metal on both sides of your key.

This is a great way to test a brand new key and see if it works in your car. Remove the ignition key first before you test it. Otherwise, the key may have an incorrect VATS and not work in your vehicle.

Smart Key Fobs with Smart Keys

Key fobs today do more than simply unlock and start the vehicle. A lot of them come with advanced features that a lot of owners are unaware of. They can be used as a security device or a theft deterrent. They can remotely lock and unlock your doors, make sounding sounds to help locate your car in a parking lot or let you summon your vehicle by pressing a button on your smartphone. This is more than you could ever imagine from a traditional keychain remote. Smart key fobs are more expensive to replace due to their extra functionality. They also require to be programmed by the dealer.

In fact, some dealers will cost upwards of $100 to replace a single smart key fob. That's a lot to pay for a device that spends much of its time jostled around in purses and pockets where it is easily dropped, damaged or exposed to extreme moisture and temperatures.  G28 Car Keys  have devised methods to protect smart keyfobs from common electronic attacks, such as relay attacks. These are usually employed in conjunction with a remote-start hack that allows thieves to access your vehicle's settings through false signals from a nearby transmitter.

One way to protect the key fob's RFID is to store it in an aluminum case or a specially designed RFID blocking case that blocks the transmission of these signals. The convenience of the technology is diminished if you must take your key fob out every time you want to use it from the protective case.

Some newer policies such as auto club memberships or extended warranties can cover the cost of replacing the fob, or reimburse you if it is lost. You can also avoid paying new-car dealer fees by having your fob cloned at a locksmith or hardware retailer that provides key-fob cloning.

The decision to buy a new fob is largely dependent on the significance of your car's keyless start and entry functions. In any event, you should always have a spare fob or key in case in case you lose it. Batteries Plus offers a large selection of replacement fobs that will fit in most vehicles and trucks. Additionally, our fast and efficient service is 50% less than what you would pay at the dealership.

Traditional Keys

Traditional car keys are a single piece of steel that has a series of grooves cut into it to fit a specific lock. They can unlock your locks and open the car, provided you don't swap them out to a smart or remote key. The only disadvantage of using a traditional key is that it must be physically put into the ignition to start the car. If your traditional car key is damaged or lost it is necessary to visit a Gainesville Locksmith to have a new one made.

You have a few options to select from based on how long it's been since you had your keys cut. Certain keys utilize mechanical cutting machines to create copies, whereas others use laser-cut keys that are specifically designed with enhanced security features in mind.

Modern keys come with advanced features like encryption and anti-theft mechanisms. The encryption ensures that only the correct key is used to open your vehicle which makes it harder for thieves to duplicate keys or pick locks. Other security features to prevent theft include transponder chips that are embedded into the keys to communicate with your vehicle and allow it to only work when it's within a specific distance of your car.

If you opt to make use of a traditional key, your locksmith can make the new key using a standard cutter machine that is available at most hardware stores. This is less expensive than a key fob, or transponder, and you will still be able to use your locks, trunk and doors.

You could also replace your traditional car keys with a laser-cut version with a distinctive pattern. These keys were introduced in the 1990s and are a popular choice for those who wish to secure their automobiles. Typically, laser cut keys contain transponder chips that are specifically programmed to work for your specific vehicle. If these chips aren't installed in your car, it won't respond to the signals from the key and won't be able to start.