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Getting a New Audi Key Finding an entirely new Audi key can be expensive The cost of a replacement can range from 280 and 450 at the dealer as well as programming There are other options A locksmith with experience can cut and program new Audi keys without the dealers price tag They can also offer a more convenient service when they visit you Smart keys A Smart Key is a remote control that communicates with your vehicle by using radio frequencies They have an internal microchip that holds an individual code that allows you to lock or unlock doors and start the car Smart keys also save your seat steering wheel and mirror settings Some can even track your cars location and find it if it gets stolen You can control the features of your car with a smartphone application Smart keys let you start your car without touching the ignition switch or the key Its a great convenience if youre carrying a load of groceries or other gear and loading kids in the car or do not want to take off your gloves You can cut down on time if you are in a hurry and dont have time search for your keys The majority of people have lost their car keys at least once in their lives They might leave them on the counter while they drink their coffee and forget to retrieve them before leaving This can result in panicked calls from family and friends asking where they are This can lead to expensive repairs and headaches for owners New Audi models that come with a smart key feature an autolock system that locks the doors when the drivers key is in close proximity to the vehicle The system comes with an option to open the trunk This is especially helpful when loading luggage or groceries Smart keys can save your seat steering wheel and mirror settings so you can easily adjust them when arrive home Smart keys are useful however they can be dangerous If someone has access to them According to How audi a1 keys the internal low frequency LF field can be received by a car when the user is too far away from it This can permit thieves to unlock start and drive the vehicle To prevent this manufacturers have set the LF field to a maximum overshoot of ten centimeters Keyless entry Keyless entry lets you lock and unlock your vehicle without the use of a key You can do this using the remote key fob or by pressing a button on the vehicle This is a wonderful convenience for people who often forget where they put their keys Its also helpful if youre carrying heavy groceries or children in your car It is important to keep in mind that the keyfob has to be within the reach of the vehicle in order to function Contrary to traditional keys Audis new key fobs dont feature an start button You can roll down a window to program the keyfob to connect with Audi Youll then be able to access the wires under the dashboard To install the system youll need an electrical screwdriver and a wiring diagram If you are not comfortable making the key by yourself engage a locksmith to complete it for you Choose a reputable locksmith that has been in operation for at least fiveyears and has many positive reviews Check to see if the locksmith is proficient with modernday keys fobs that are hightech Audi isnt the first company to provide a keyless system but it has been popular with drivers Its on offer on a number of new vehicles You can even get a keyless entry system for older vehicles in case youd like to add some extra features In Germany where Audi has its headquarters it is illegal to leave an idling vehicle without a driver This is why Audi doesnt offer the remote start feature in its vehicles as a standard feature Some dealers may be able install this feature for an additional cost If you live outside of Germany or do not want to pay extra for a remote starter it is possible to purchase an Audi with keyless access Many dealers will be able to install this technology for you or purchase a brand new Audi that has the feature Transponder keys The transponder chip that is inside your Audi key acts as a security device It sends out an unique signal to the key and to the car This enables it to only start when the correct key has been used The cars computer will recognize the key and start the engine This technology is designed to stop car theft and prevent people from using your key to start a different vehicles engine When you get a new Audi key it will come with a plastic cover and an inbuilt transponder This is an excellent feature because it will prevent your keys from being duplicated However your key may still be be cut and used by criminals This is because there are ways to fool the system so its not foolproof Car theft has been a huge issue since cars became popular and the transponder chip is a great method to keep your car safe The chips transmit an electromagnetic signal that is only received by the vehicle This is why its crucial to only use your personal keys to start your car The chips are put in the key fob and they dont require battery power because they operate on radio frequencies The chips are also less likely to steal since they need to be within a specific distance from the vehicle in order to detect the signal This technology has significantly reduced the rate of auto theft but its not 100 secure If youve lost your Audi key its important to speak with a professional Locksmiths are in a position to replace your key for less than the cost of a dealership and theyll be able to program it to your car Youll have to bring your previous key with you to get it programmed and check that the new key is working properly before leaving it in the ignition The process of programming a key for your vehicle is not difficult however it can also be costly The cost of the key depends on the model and can be as high as 475 Many manufacturers charge an extra cost to reprogramme your keys Key duplication Key duplication lets you have multiple copies of one key If you require an extra car key or you want to make sure that your home and office keys do not fall into in the wrong hands This is a crucial service for your safety and security However there are some things you need to know prior to making a duplicate key Keys are duplicated using the pattern punch machine or grinder The key to be copied is first measured for the depth of each notch using a gauge and then placed into a device that has a slider that can be adjusted to match the corresponding depth The key is then cut using an instrument that is pulled To do this process correctly you require an impressive amount of expertise A mistake can result in uneven pressure inconsistency in placement and even incorrectly indexing holes You should only trust an organization or locksmith who has experience in this type of work Some keys have Some keys come with a Do not duplicate stamp to warn people against making copies Although this isnt illegal in most places it is often recommended to speak with the homeowner or landlord before having your key duplicated In addition a lot of national hardware stores wont duplicate these types of keys as they dont want be held accountable in the event that the keys are used for criminal purposes Many people also use key duplication to share their keys to other family members like spouses or children who are old enough to drive This is a great option to reduce the chance of losing or damaging your car keys and it also lets your family members drive your car even when youre not present
