Are Hyundai keys chipped?

Are Hyundai keys chipped?

Most Hyundai models today are equipped with chips or transponders, so make sure you mention the exact year, make and model and ask the locksmith if they have the necessary tools in their truck to code the key. Not all locksmiths have a key coding machine to program those keys.

Does my key have a transponder chip?

Since 2000 and possibly even earlier, many car manufactures have used keys equipped with a transponder. These keys contain a chip that must be located in or near the ignition switch or the car will not start. But fat plastic keys and thin metal keys may both contain a transponder chip.

What is the transponder in a car key?

Chipped, or Transponder, keys are keys that have an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) chip inside the head of the key. These types of keys have become an industry standard for vehicle manufacturers. This is because the RFID chip adds an extra layer of security to your vehicle’s ignition.

Will a non transponder key work?

A non-transponder key may help a ne’er-do-well get into your car – however, other than that, there isn’t much else they’ll be able to do! In the vast majority of cases, transponders are linked to an immobiliser system and set up so that if the codes don’t match, your engine won’t start.

Can a locksmith program a transponder key?

In most cases a locksmith is able to program a transponder key, but there are rare cases when a locksmith won’t be able to do it, usually because of dealer restrictions. In order for a locksmith to program the key they will need to have the necessary equipment.

Can you hotwire a car that has a transponder key?

While we do not advocate car theft, the ability to hot-wire your car will prove useful if you lose your car keys. Newer cars use an immobilizer, which means you need the chip in the key near the ignition to start your car. So in newer cars, hot wiring will not work.

Does Walmart Program chip keys?

Does Walmart Replace Chip Keys? The simple answer to this question is – no, not really. Walmart can make duplicate car keys. If you have an older key, Walmart is the place to go for a replacement key.