Chipped, or transponder, keys are keys that have an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) chip inside the head of the key. These keys have become an industry standard for vehicle manufacturers because the RFID chip adds an extra layer of security to your vehicle’s ignition. When a key is inserted into the ignition of a car with an immobilizer system, the car verifies that the RFID chip is present in the key and is programmed to the car. The immobilizer is what stops the car from starting if the key is not recognized.
Immobilizers work in a variety of ways. Some will not allow the engine to crank at all. Some allow the engine to crank but will not allow fuel to be injected, so the car never starts. Another type will start the car for a couple of seconds and then shut the engine off. What they all have in common is that they will not allow a car to run without the proper chipped or transponder key present.
If a chipped key has been programmed into the car’s computer, the car will start when the ignition is turned and will stay running. If your car was made in the last 20 years, it is likely that your key has a transponder chip inside of it. If your car was made in the last 10 years, it is almost a guarantee. Transponder keys help keep your property safe by making sure no one can start your car except you.
Beishir Locksmith carries a large assortment of transponder keys at a fraction of dealership cost. We can also make these keys from scratch at your vehicle if you lose all your keys.
