11 Methods To Redesign Completely Your Citroen Key Fob

How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

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

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

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of a replacement Citroen key can differ based on the car model. For instance, higher-end models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace as they are equipped with more advanced features. In general, our prices are up to 50% cheaper than that of the main dealer.

We can provide new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen model years 1998 to 2000. They contain an embedded chip that connects to your car when you insert them into the lock. The vehicle will unlock when the correct code is received. They keys are more secure than other kinds of car keys and are an effective deterrent to thieves.

From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys used the mechanical switchblade key, and did not require programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be accomplished in minutes on site. In the event of a lost key, a pin code is required. This is usually hidden under a scratch panel that is located on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the shape and size of a credit-card that is kept in the owner's wallet. This can be obtained quickly from us. There is no need to go to the dealer!

Since 2000 since 2000, all Citroen vehicles and vans use a transponder chip (chip) embedded in the remote or key. This type of car key must be programmed to the vehicle using a specific diagnostic tool. This process is very quick and easy when the right tools are available.

There are alternative methods to program these Citroen keys, but they're not as secure and carry greater risk of corrupting the microchip's information. The best way to prevent this is to call one of our qualified locksmiths who understand how to operate the tools properly and are knowledgeable about the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's a nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require a spare. Many people think they need to visit their dealer for a replacement, but this isn't always the situation. The keys to cars are also becoming more advanced. While a local locksmith can usually make a replacement for the traditional car keys If yours is a remote or smart key you'll need to see an expert who has the right equipment and skills.

We are one of the few mobile companies who utilize specialized equipment to re-program modern Citroen keys to cars. This allows us to help you save time and money over the main dealer. The process of taking your citroen c5 key to the dealer can be costly because they'll need to reset the immobiliser which could cost upwards of PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen models are equipped with transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or 'T5') inside their keys which are used to turn on the vehicle. The older "snap-in" key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems include a remote fob that can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance, and then deactivate the alarm with the click of a button. This is a more secure system and only your unique key can operate it.

Replacing the key for this model of Citroen is a simple process and can be done on the spot in most cases (including key loss situations). When you lose both keys, the car must be re-coded. This requires that you bring the car 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. Each of these vehicles has transponder chips embedded in the key blades that allow them to start the car in the event that the correct PIN is received by the vehicle when the key is inserted, then it will respond to an immobiliser and the engine will begin. 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 is usually very simple to obtain a replacement from the local auto-locksmith. The only thing is that from 1998 onwards, Citroen automobiles were equipped with a different kind of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these situations. In these situations, it is often necessary to perform an operation called 'eeprom' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser to program the new key.

This is a highly specialised area of expertise, however we can offer this service from your home or office through our mobile workshop. This will eliminate the hassle of going to the dealer who will charge you more for this service. A dealership will also require your V5 certificate and ID in person to place the order for the replacement key which can take between two and five days to arrive. The dealer will have to program the key into your vehicle to ensure that it works correctly. This can cost a lot of money.