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Transponder Keys, Key Cutting, Pin Code Reading
Since approximately 1996 vehicle manufacturers have increased the security of their vehicles by the introduction of transponder vehicle keys. This involves the inclusion of a small transponder chip placed
in the ignition keys. When the keys are presented to the ignition switch the transponder communicates with an aerial around the ignition switch and identifies it as the correct key for
the vehicle. If the correct key is presented the vehicle immobiliser system
communicates with the vehicle ECU (electronic control unit) and allows the
vehicle engine to be started.
The inclusion of transponders into vehicle keys means that whenever a new
key is required the new keys require programming into the vehicle ECU memory.
Most vehicles require any additional key to be programmed using a diagnostic tester.
Some vehicles have a master key or keys that are required to enable programming to take place, when these master keys are lost or not passed on to the new owner the vehicle requires connecting to a diagnostic tester held only by the vehicle manufacturers dealer, until now!
JS Auto Repairs can cut new keys, reprogramme your old transponder keys and even add new keys to your existing system giving you considerable savings over main dealer prices.
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