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Losing your car key can be an extremely frustrating experience. The replacement keys from dealers can be costly. UK Auto Locksmith has specialised technicians that know the Seat models and can help you at a low cost.
We've all experienced that embarrassing moment when we go back to the car to unbuckle an infant's car seat, only to fail. It's embarrassing, awry and happens to everyone.
Keys
Car keys lost are a common problem and can be a real troublesome issue to solve However, getting a replacement key from the dealer can be expensive. UK Auto Locksmiths can offer an affordable alternative and they will have the most up-to-date software and equipment to help you out. All you require is an VIN number and evidence of ownership to enable them to complete the task. The other information they will need is the type of key you need. They can provide flip keys, remotes and even Fobs. They are also equipped to assist you in the programming of any new keys.
Remotes
Most Seat drivers keep a spare remote in the house or garage, but when they lose it getting replacement keys from a dealer is expensive and time consuming. This is because most dealers will programme the key using the car's computer which will need to be reset. However, many people buy second-hand keys off the internet that are not programmed to their car. This can be a much cheaper alternative to going to the dealer. But, these key will not start the car because they will not have a transponder chip inside them. You can see the chip (yellow) in this picture below, it is a Dual Inline Package or DIP 18 pin chip. There are also a diode, transistor and resonator, all these parts make up the key's circuit.
Immobilisers
As car immobilisers became popular in the latter part of the nineties, car thefts began to fall, but thieves are savvy and always looking for ways around security systems. The first immobilisers could be defeated by using a scanner in order to find the chip's coding and then copying it onto the blank key. However, technology has evolved and thieves are forced to think of new methods to get around security systems.
Fortunately the majority of the immobilisers we sell and fit are Thatcham Cat 2 approved. The Thatcham Research organisation has tested and certified them. This non-profit organization is responsible for the grading system and the approval of the aftermarket security and alarm devices, such as car immobilisers.
When the Thatcham approved system is activated it will transmit a coded signal to the Engine Management System (EMS) of the vehicle, which stops the engine from starting if it does not have the correct key. This means that if a car is "hot wired" following entry the engine will be stop working within 30 seconds, making it impossible to start.
Like any computer that is used, the immobiliser could develop problems. Sometimes the internal battery or the key fob will require replacement. It is recommended to hire professionals handle the task, as they will make sure that everything is installed correctly and functions.
Transponders
Transponders send an identification signal back when it is interrogated. This helps to maintain a clear line between aircrafts and signals an aircraft to air traffic controllers if it is using an active radar system. The information the transponder transmits back is different according to the type of system.
Transponders can also be found in spacecrafts and satellites to communicate with Earth systems such as cell phone networks or other networks of communication. They receive signals at various frequency and then retransmit signals using a different spectrum similar to how repeaters in land-based cell phone networks function.
Sophisticated passive transponders are often found on aircrafts. They are utilized to monitor the status of the flight and provide information about navigation such as the aircraft's position as well as speed, altitude and the route. Air traffic controllers use information from these transponders control routes and ensure safety.
In addition to transponders for aircraft some personal keys have a small transponder. These chips do not require batteries and are completely passive. This lets the ECU to read the signal from the transponder whenever it is placed in the ignition lock.
The flight deck on most aircrafts includes a switch pilots can switch their transponders on or off. They can also select an "ident" mode, which enables the transponder to broadcast its unique squawk coding and help it stand out on an air traffic control screens.