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Transponder Key Programming The transponder is a vehicle security idea born in 1995 and has since then overtaken the concept of identification in personal and commercial vehicles. If you own a car manufactured after the 1990s, it is most likely equipped with a transponder key and a receiver in the car too.

Lost your Car Keys?

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If you've lost your car keys (please read this first) replacementwill normally need to cover at least two elements - the key blade being cut to the correct configurationand the key's transponder chip (see here) being programmed (so thevehicle starts).

The third element can be programming of remote locking, although this is normally just a luxury featureand not essential to be able to gain entry and drive the vehicle. See Programming Instructions for remote locking here.

If you've lost your car key and have no spares, do not despair. Many auto locksmiths and main dealers can cutyour car key configuration from the chassis number of your vehicle. You can get the chassis number offyour registration document (log book) and may need to provide it also as proof that you are the genuine ownerof the vehicle. Some garages may ask for 2 forms of ID in addition to the log book.

To program the key's chip (transponder chip) manufacturers normally supply a code card with the vehicle whennew. This card contains a unique code which is normally concealed below a scratch strip so only the owner of thevehicle should be able to see it. Main dealers and auto locksmiths will normally require this code so they canprogram your key's transponder chip to your vehicle.

Even without this code certain auto locksmiths may be able to get you up and running but it will normallyrequire more jiggery pokery - reprogramming of the transponder receiver unit or ECU in the vehicle.

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But my key is solid and not a battery powered remote key so I can't have a chip in it?

Just because you don't have a remote control style key with a battery in it doesn't mean the key does not have atransponder chip. Transponder chips do not require battery power as they are energised when inserted into yourvehicle's ignition. In non-remote control keys the chip will be buried within the solid plastic key housing and isnot accessible.

Opcom Transponder Key Coding Manual

Always check out all your options before taking drastic steps like having someone bust the vehicle lock out.It's very rare that a vehicle lock need be broken out to get you moving.