Oak Brook Locksmith Transponder Key Programming
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Most vehicles with locks and keys in the Oak Brook area feature transponder keys, a specific form of antitheft security. Transponder keys have been around for decades, being swiftly adopted by vehicle manufacturers. Transponder chips require programming in order to match your ignition system and to be recognized by your vehicle’s computer. Your key and the ignition system exchange a code that must match. If there is an issue with your key’s coding, your vehicle’s computer will not recognize the key, even if there’s nothing apparently wrong with it upon looking at it.
There are many benefits to electronic chip keys, which is why they gained such widespread acceptance among vehicle producers. For a relatively low price, each key is outfitted with a chip that acts as an effective form of antitheft security. Even if a criminal tries to jimmy your ignition lock slot in an attempt to start your vehicle without the right key, your engine won’t start up because the presence of the transponder key disengages the immobilizer that usually keeps your engine from starting.
Transponder chips don’t have anything to do with locking or unlocking your doors, and are only related to the ignition system. So it’s possible for your key to work just fine in unlocking your door but be unable to operate your ignition system. This is a sure fire sign that there is an issue with your transponder chip’s programming.
Our automotive locksmith specialists are happy to provide our customers with a full range of exceptional lock and security services on a 24 hour basis. Whenever you need help with the following from a professional, don’t hesitate to reach out:
- Automotive Lockouts 24/7
- Car Doors & Trunked Opened
- Transponder Key Services
- Replacing or Repairing Locks
- Ignition Cylinder Change
- High Security Sidewinder
- Smart Key Duplication
- VAT Keys Duplicated
- Opening Car Doors
The vast majority of modern vehicle keys manufactured in the last twenty years feature transponder key technology. In addition, many have remote key fobs that allow you to lock and unlock your doors, open your trunk, and sometimes start your engine. If you have a keyless entry system, you’ll only have one of these remotes instead of a key, obviously. These also sometimes feature transponder chips, depending on the manufacturer. If you’re not sure whether the vehicle key or remote fob that you have needs programming, or if you’re experiencing unexplained issues with your vehicle’s security system, feel free to contact our support line in Oak Brook at any time of the day or night. We always have operators on staff that can help connect you with the services you need when you need them.