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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen, a French automaker, is renowned for its futuristic approach. The iconic 2CV was made in 9,000,000 variations between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes, your keys or fobs can become out of sync with the vehicle and need to be reset. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians can help you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a Citroen replacement key will vary depending on the model. For instance, models that have more advanced features, such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general, however our prices are as much as 50% lower than the prices of the main dealer.

We can provide new transponder keys and remotes for all citroen ds3 remote key replacement models from 1998 until 2000. These keys come with an internal chip that communicates with the car when you insert it into the lock. If the correct code is received, the car will unlock. These keys are more secure and deter thieves than other types.

Prior to 1997 the majority of Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys that did not require programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be accomplished in just a few minutes on-site. In the event of losing a key, a PIN code is required. It is typically hidden under a scratch-resistant panel placed on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit card kept in the wallet of the owner. We can supply this quickly and without having to visit the dealer!

Since 2000 the majority of Citroen automobiles and vans have a transponder chip (chip) embedded in the remote or key. This kind of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with an instrument for diagnostics. This process is very quick and simple to complete when the right tools are available.

There are other options to program these Citroen keys, however they are not as secure and pose the risk of destroying the information on the microchip. The best way to prevent this is to contact one of our qualified locksmiths who will know exactly how to use the tools correctly and are knowledgeable about the security system on your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

If you've lost your Citroen car key, or simply require a spare it can be an absolute nightmare. Many people believe they have to visit their dealer in order to obtain a replacement, but it's not always the situation. Car keys are also becoming more high-tech. A locksmith in your neighborhood can substitute a traditional car key but if you're using an electronic or remote key, you'll need to find a professional with the right tools and experience.

We are among one of a few mobile businesses with the necessary equipment to reprogram modern Citroen keys. This allows us to save you a lot of time and money over the main dealer. It is more expensive to bring your Citroen to a dealer, as they might need to reset the immobiliser. This could cost as much as PS1000.

Since 1998 the majority of Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) which are used to start your car. The older "snap-in" key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems have an electronic remote control that allows you to lock or unlock the car from afar and deactivate alarms at the pressing of the button. This is a much more secure system and only your own key can operate it.

In the majority of instances replacing a key on this Citroen model is straightforward and can be done on site (including the case of a lost key). When you lose both keys, the car has to be changed. This will require that you bring the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

The Citroen range is a very well-known range of vehicles that includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips inside the blades of the keys that permit them to start the car - in the event that the correct PIN is recognized by the vehicle when the key is inserted, then it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will be started. This is referred to as"chip key" and is very secure "chip key" and is extremely secure.

If you lose one of these keys it's usually simple to obtain the replacement from your local auto locksmith. The only problem is that from 1998 onwards, the Citroen automobiles used a different type of chip (known as a 'fiat' type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these instances. In these cases it is typically necessary to perform an operation known as 'eeprom work' to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program a new key.

This is a highly specialised area of expertise, but we can offer this service in your home or office through our mobile workshop. This will save you the hassle of going to your dealer who will cost you more for this service. You will require your V5 and ID to the dealer to place an order for the replacement key. It can take up to five days. Once you have the replacement key it will be needed to be programed to your specific vehicle so that it can operate correctly - this can be quite costly of money at a dealer.