The car keys have been major improvements over the last decade, today in some cars use a fully electronic keys radically different from its predecessors. Read this article till the end to find out more.
How it was
Initially, the vehicles used keys notched deposited on the one hand installation disadvantage is the limited number of combinations, which means, that someone could theoretically be identical to the key. The next logical step was the application of the manufacturer cuts on two sides. It certainly increased the number of combinations, but it has led to other problems. In winter, these locks have become freeze.
Then the leading automotive companies have chosen to unify, that is, eliminating the use of three keys (for doors, Fuel tank, ignition) in favor of one, but with electronic control.
switchblade keys
Currently manufacturers are using new flowlines keys for cars снабженные кубическим металлическим стержнем. Thanks to the incisions once the four sides the chance of having a clone is reduced to zero. In addition they are equipped with an alarm system and immobilizer. Not hard to guess what's inside, they have a battery.
note! Although the power consumption is not great, experts recommend to change the battery once a year. This way, you will not find yourself in a situation when you can not open your car.
Another advantage of flow is key, that in the case when someone wants to make a duplicate of it will not work. Theoretically remove mold from the rod may, but with the programming key handle intruders can hardly.
What to do if a key is lost or broken? The only solution is to appeal to a specialized company, which has at its disposal bypass regular immobilizer module используемого для его программирования.
electronic keys
As it has been said before, there are cars, which altogether devoid of mechanical keys. They use electronic. In appearance resemble normal Keychain. In order to start the engine they are inserted into a special reader and press the start / stop button. Like the previous permit by pressing the button to remove the alarm or open the trunk. Characterized by reliable protection which is impossible to crack.