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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French car manufacturer that is famous for its future-oriented designs. The iconic 2CV model was produced in 9 million variations from 1948 to 1990.

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

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a Citroen replacement key can vary depending on the model. For instance, more expensive models like the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more because they come with more advanced features. However, in general, our prices are as much as 50% lower than that of the main dealer.

We are able to supply new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These keys come with a chip inside that communicates with the car when you insert it into the lock. The car will unlock once the correct code has been received. They are more secure than other types of keys for cars. They are a great deterrent for thieves.

Prior to 1997 the majority of Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys, and did not need any programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be completed in just a few minutes on-site. In the event of a lost key, you will need an PIN code that is usually hidden under the scratch panel of a security card made of plastic. It is similar to an credit card kept in the wallet of the owner (see the image). This can be obtained very fast from us - no need to go to the dealer!

Since 2000 the majority of citroen ds3 key vans and cars use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the remote or key. This kind of car key needs to be programmed to the vehicle with a specific diagnostic tool. This procedure is fast and easy to do when the right tools are available.

Other methods are available for programming these Citroen keys, but they are not as secure and carry a higher risk of damaging information stored on the microchip. The best way to prevent this is to contact one of our professional locksmiths who will know exactly how to use the tools correctly and have a deep understanding of the security system of your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

If you've lost your Citroen car key, or simply need a spare one it can be an absolute nightmare. Many people believe that they have to return to their dealer to get a replacement key, but this isn't always case. Cars are becoming more high-tech and that includes keys. While a locksmith in your neighborhood can usually make a replacement for traditional car keys however, if you have an electronic or smart key you'll need to see an expert with the right equipment and skills.

We are among one of a few mobile businesses with the necessary equipment to reprogram newer Citroen keys. We can save you time and money by reprogramming your Citroen car keys. It may be more expensive to bring your Citroen into the dealership as they may have to reset the immobiliser, which can cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen models are equipped with transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or T5) in their keys. These chips are used to start the vehicle. The older "snap-in" key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems also come with a remote fob that can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance and disable the alarm with the click of the button. This is a significantly secure system, and only your unique key can operate it.

In the majority of cases replacing keys on this Citroen model is easy and is done at the site (including in lost key situations). However, if you lose both keys to the car, it must be re-coded which requires taking the car to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's entire range of vehicles is extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as in addition to the Xsara. All of these cars have transponder chips inside the key blades which allow them to start the car if the correct PIN code is detected by the vehicle when the key is inserted then it will respond with an immobiliser code and the engine will be started. This is referred to as"chip key" and is very secure "chip key" and is very safe.

If you lose one of these keys it is typically easy to obtain an replacement from your local auto-locksmith. Citroen cars from 1998 onwards use a different type of chip, known as a "fiat" type 33. This chip is more difficult to replace. In these situations, it is usually necessary to carry out an operation known as 'eeprom work' to extract the key data 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 expert equipment we can do this at your home or workplace. This avoids a trip to the dealer, who is likely to charge significantly more for this service. A dealer will also require you to present your V5 certificate and ID in person to place an order for the replacement key which can take between two and five days for delivery. The dealer will need to program the key in your vehicle to ensure that it is working correctly. This could cost you a significant amount of money.