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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer well-known for its futuristic approach to manufacturing. The iconic 2CV was made in 9,000,000 versions between 1948 and the year 1990.

Sometimes your keys or the remote fobs can become out of sync with your vehicle and have to be reprogrammed. This can be done by a dealer or mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a Citroen replacement key may vary based on the model. For instance, models that have more sophisticated features such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general, however our prices can be up to 50% lower than the average dealer.

We can provide new remote and transponder key for all Citroen model years 1998 to 2000. These keys contain an electronic chip that communicates with your vehicle when you insert them into the lock. If the correct code is received the vehicle will be able to open. These are more secure than other types of keys for cars and are a good deterrent for thieves.

Prior to 1997 in 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchesblade keys and did not require programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be completed in a matter of minutes on the spot. In the event of losing a key, a pin code is required. It is typically hidden under a scratch panel found on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit card that is kept in the owner's wallet. It is possible to obtain this quickly by contacting us - no need to go to the dealer!

From 2000 onwards, all Citroen vehicles and vans are equipped with transponders (chip) that is contained in the remote fob or key. This type of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with an instrument for diagnostics. This process is very quick and easy if the correct tools are available.

Other methods are available for programming these Citroen keys, however they are not as secure and are more at risk of damaging information stored on the microchip. The best way to prevent this is by contacting one of our professional locksmiths who know how to operate the tools correctly and have a deep understanding of the security system of your vehicle.

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It can be an absolute nightmare if you lose your citroen car keys and remotes key or require an additional. Many people think they need to visit their dealer to get a replacement Car keys citroen berlingo but it's not always the case. Automobiles are becoming more advanced and this is also true for keys. While a locksmith at your local can usually make a replacement for traditional car keys If yours is a remote or smart key you'll need to see an expert with the appropriate tools and knowledge.

We are one of only one of the mobile companies that has the specific equipment needed to reprogram modern Citroen keys. We can save your time and money by changing the program of your Citroen car keys. Going with your Citroen to the dealership could also be much more expensive since they'll have to reset the immobiliser system which could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen models are equipped with transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or "T5") inside their keys, which serve to start the vehicle. The old "snap in" key opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems have a remote fob which can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance and deactivate the alarm with a touch of one button. This is a significantly secure system and only your key is able to operate it.

Replacing a key for this style of Citroen is fairly simple and can be done at the site in the majority of instances (including lost key situations). If you do lose both keys to the car, it will need to be re-coded which involves taking the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's vehicles are very popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as and the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips embedded in the blades of the keys that permit them to start the car when the correct PIN code is detected by the vehicle when the key is put in, it will respond with an immobiliser code and the engine will start. This system is known as a "chip key" and is very secure.

If you lose one of these keys it is typically easy to find the replacement from the local auto-locksmith. The only issue is that from 1998 onwards, the genuine citroen ds3 key fob vehicles utilised a different type of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these instances. In these instances, it is often necessary to perform an operation called 'eeprom' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program the new key.

This is a particular area of expertise but with our mobile workshop and specialized equipment we can do this in your home or office. This will eliminate the trip to the dealer who lost key to car citroen will charge you more for this service. You'll require your V5 and ID with you to the dealership to make an order for an alternative key. It could take up to five days. The dealer will have to program the key into your vehicle to ensure that it functions properly. This could cost you a lot of money.