A Delightful Rant About Citroen Key Fob

How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

citroen ds3 key fob is a French car maker that is known for being future-focused. The 2CV, the iconic model, was built in 9,000,000 variations between 1948 and the year 1990.

Your remote and keys can get out of sync and need to be programmed. This can be done by a professional dealer or Citroen Relay Key mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of a Citroen replacement key can vary dependent on the model. For instance, models that have more sophisticated features such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. But, in general our prices are as much as 50% less than the prices of the main dealer.

We are able to supply new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These keys contain an internal chip that communicates with the car when you insert it into the lock. The car will be unlocked when the correct code has been received. 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 need any programming. Making spare keys for these cars is very straight forward and can be completed at the site within a matter of minutes. Lost key situations will require an PIN code that is typically hidden beneath scratch-resistant panels on security card made of plastic. It is the size of a credit card found in the wallet of the owner (see picture). It can be obtained quickly for you from us. There is no need to visit the dealer!

Since 2000 in the year 2000, all Citroen cars and vans are equipped with a transponder chip (chip) embedded in the remote or key. This type of car key has to be programmed to the vehicle using a special diagnostic tool. This is a simple process and easy to do when the right tools are available.

Other methods are available for programming these Citroen key, but they are not as secure and have a higher risk of damaging information stored on the microchip. Contacting a locksmith from our network is the best method to avoid any issues. They will be able to use the tools correctly and are familiar with the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's a nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require an extra. Many people believe they have to go to their dealer to obtain a replacement, but that isn't always the situation. The keys of cars are also becoming more advanced. While a locksmith near you can usually make a replacement for keys that are traditional to cars, if yours is a remote or smart key you'll have to go to an expert with the proper tools and experience.

We are one of only one of the mobile companies that has the equipment needed to reprogram modern Citroen keys. This allows us to save you lots of time and money as opposed to the main dealer. The process of taking your Citroen to the dealership could be expensive as they'll have to reset the immobiliser which could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998 since 1998, all Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) which are used to start your vehicle. The traditional "snap-in" keys only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems include an electronic remote control that allows you to lock or unlock the car from afar and disable alarms at the touch the button. This is a much more secure system, and only your key is able to operate it.

In most instances replacing a key for this Citroen model is easy and can be done at the site (including in lost key situations). However, when you lose both keys to the car, it needs to be re-coded which involves taking the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's range of vehicles is very well-known. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as and the Xsara. Each of these vehicles has transponder chips in the key blades that allow them to start the car - if the correct PIN code is detected by the vehicle when the key is put in, it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will start. This is referred to as a chip key and is extremely secure.

It is simple to replace these keys in the event that you have lost keys. They can be purchased from your local auto locksmith. The only issue is that from 1998 onwards, Citroen automobiles were equipped with a different type of chip (known as a 'fiat' type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these cases. In these cases, it's typically necessary to perform an operation known as 'eeprom work' to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser to program a new key.

This is a specialised area of expertise but with our mobile workshop and the latest equipment, we can complete this at your workplace or at home. This saves you a trip to the dealer who is likely to charge much more for this service. A dealership will also require the V5 document and ID in person to place the order for the replacement key which could take between two and five days to arrive. Once you have the replacement key, it will have to be programmed to your particular vehicle to ensure it will function properly. This can be costly of money at a dealer.