What to Do If You Lose Your Renault Car Key?

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McLaila
07/30/25 10:15am
If you are certain that the key was not stolen and was lost in an area where you do not usually park, you can go to a 4S shop or an auto parts market to get a replacement key. For 100% security, visit a 4S shop or an auto repair station in the auto parts market to replace the car locks. Depending on the car model, the repair station may require the owner to provide the 17-digit anti-theft code for configuring the car key.
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