How to Deal With Lost Or Stolen Vauxhall Combo Keys

It's always a hassle to lose your keys but the consequences could be even more severe if you are driving a van such as the Vauxhall Combo. If you use your van for business vehicle the possibility of losing or having your keys stolen can give thieves access to client equipment and property.

Keys that were stolen or lost are not found

It can be a hassle when you lose your keys to your car or are stolen. You can try to locate them by retracing the steps or remembering where you last seen them. You can also make use of an app to locate keys on your phone or any other device. Some people put their spare keys in biscuit tins, or even in the microwave. This is not recommended as it can cause damage to your keys and your vehicle!

A professional locksmith is an alternative option. They can program keys to work with the ignition system, immobiliser, and locks in your car. They can also assist you to replace a damaged key, to ensure that you have a functional spare in the event of an emergency. In addition, they can give you tips on how to protect your keys in the future.

This is particularly crucial especially if you own a Vauxhall Combo compact van that is used for business. It could be a nightmare for your business if you are unable to locate your keys or they fail to perform as they should, as thieves may be able to gain access to the vehicle and take equipment or items belonging to customers. The best way to avoid this is to have an extra key made and an auto locksmith will help you with this quickly and at a low cost.

It's not uncommon to get locked out of your Vauxhall especially if you live in an area that is crowded with high traffic. A professional auto locksmith will quickly unlock your vehicle without damaging it. They have a range of specialist tools that aren't available to the general public, which means they can unlock any model or make of vauxhall mokka key fob replacement.

A lot of people find themselves needing a spare vauxhall corsa car key replacement (try Dermandar) key if they have a different kind of key for another vehicle, or in the event that one of their original keys have been damaged. They can often replace your vehicle while you are waiting, and at a much lower price than you would expect.

Broken Keys

It's never a pleasant experience to discover that your car keys are damaged. It's even more frustrating when the key is inside the ignition lock and you are unable to even start your vehicle. Try a few things prior to calling a professional locksmith for instance, using pliers to open the case.

This is a difficult job, but worth the effort. If the blade is a little loose, you can try the new blade inside the case. If the groove isn't tight enough then use a needle-file to expand it but not so much that the pin falls out. After the blade is in position and the case closed, you can put the pin in. It can be a little fiddly but it's doable.

If you're not comfortable doing this yourself, a locksmith can provide the replacement Vauxhall combination key. They will be able to complete this quicker and cheaper than the dealer, and they won't have to ask for the codes from Vauxhall.

A reputable locksmith will be able to give you an estimate before they start work. This will prevent any unintentional costs. They can also program the key to communicate with the ignition system of your vehicle or immobiliser.

It is crucial to get your vauxhall zafira key fob combination key with an electronic chip repaired as soon as you can. This is because if your chip becomes distorted, it can stop your car from beginning and lead to costly repairs. A locksmith can fix your chip, and program it to work with your car. It's not necessary to pay for a dealership. They'll also create an additional key to use as a backup if you encounter problems with your primary key at a later time. This is particularly useful for those who use their vehicle for business.

Immobiliser Problems

Immobiliser issues are usually the cause of a car not starting. This is the system that checks to see if your key is the one it requires to start. This is accomplished by sending an electrical signal to an antenna inside the ignition switch. Then, the signal is transmitted to the engine's computer. The car will start if the code in the ECU matches the key. If not, different actions are blocked to prevent the car from being started.

Normally the immobiliser light will flash when the key isn't the right one, but on some early cars, this will only happen periodically. This is due to the fact that the key fobs in these cars split open instead of folding away like modern flip keys. The tiny chip on the end of the car key can be ripped out. It might appear like an ejected piece of plastic, but it is vital to the immobiliser.

This could cause different problems however the main issue is that the ECU does not think the key is the right one and will allow the starter motor to spin over. This can be solved by having a professional auto locksmith program a new car key. Some dealerships will do this, but it is more expensive and you are in their hands. If you do take the car to a dealer, request that they check the wiring with an electronic diagnostic scanner first. This will ensure that the problem is the immobiliser and not something other than that. If it is then they could "virginize the ECU" and allow keys to be programmed.

Vehicle Security

It's annoying for anyone to lose their keys, however for those who drive for work, it could be disastrous. It can be a problem in the event that you're incapable of performing your duties and, as a result you could disappoint your clients or lose their property. If you have expensive equipment inside your van, it could be quite expensive. We can prevent theft by adding extra security locks to your vehicle. These locks attach on the outside of the doors and brace them making it more difficult for thieves to gain entry into the vehicle.

We can also put Secure-A-Key, a device that is installed on your vauxhall combo key fob Combo which will stop the most popular method of theft (relay attacks) by thieves. The device is fitted inside the remote control and turns off the battery after a few minutes of no movement. The remote will reactivate all functions when you move it again.

For the ultimate in vehicle security, we offer a CANM8 runlock system for the Vauxhall combo 2012 onwards which is installed under the dashboard. The momentary switch can be bought at a reasonable price. When it is pressed, it permits the key to turn to the off" position and then removed when the engine is still running.