Transponder Key Problem

You might be wondering what a transponder key is. You may actually own one but not realize that this is what the type of key you have is called. The key that enables you to start your car without placing a key in the ignition is the type of key that is considered a transponder key. You often receive this type of key when you buy a newer model car. With a transponder key you can also unlike the doors of your car without putting a key in the lock. A transponder key has a chip inside of it. Your keys chip sends a signal to a centralized computer that is programmed to your car. Once the signal is picked up it make it possible for the key to unlock and steering to become operable. At this point you will be able to start the ignition of your car. Today transponder keys are very common. They were designed to help prevent auto theft. Prior to a transponder key being designed, car theft was a lot easier. Now, it is almost impossible to steal a car that uses a transponder key unless you actually have the key in your possession. Although transponder keys are more expensive than the average key, it offers far more benefits. When you consider the various benefits for having this type of key, we’re sure you’ll agree that it is worth the added expense. You might also consider some of the disadvantages that come from having a transponder key.

Our locksmiths will always suggest that you have a spare transponder key made. When you buy your car, the salesman will usually offer you incentives to buy the car that you are looking at. If they offer you an extra transponder key, do yourself a favor and accept it. If they don’t offer you an additional transponder key, you can often negotiate this into the terms if you decide to buy a car. This means that if you have a problem with your existing transponder key, you’ll have a backup key. This could save you time, money and frustration. You will need to make sure that if you do have a spare transponder key that you leave it with someone who will be available to bring it to you when you need it. It wouldn’t make much sense to give it to someone who travels for work. When you have to have a transponder key made it can be a little costly. This is why it is a good idea to negotiate a free one with the salesperson who is attending to you. A locksmith can offer you a transponder key and often for a lot less than an auto dealership; this is unless the dealership is giving you one free of cost.