How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

citroen c3 key fob the French automaker, is renowned for its innovative approach to future-oriented vehicles. The 2CV, the iconic model, was built in 9,000,000 versions between 1948 and the year 1990.

Sometimes your keys or remote fobs can become out of sync with your vehicle and must be reset. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians are able to do it for you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of a replacement citroen berlingo key fob programming key will vary based on the type of vehicle. For instance, more expensive models like the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace because they are equipped with more advanced features. However, generally speaking, our prices are as much as 50% less than the prices of the main dealer.

We can supply new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. They contain an electronic chip that communicates with your car when you insert them into the lock. If the correct code is entered, the vehicle will open. These are more secure than other kinds of car keys and are excellent deterrents for thieves.

Prior to 1997 prior to 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys and did not need any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be completed in a matter of minutes on the spot. Keys that are lost will require the use of a pin code, which is typically hidden beneath the scratch panel of a plastic 'SECURITY CARD' that is the size of a credit card located in the owner's wallet (see the image). We can provide this very quickly and you don't have to visit the dealer!

Since 2000 in the year 2000, all Citroen automobiles and vans have transponder chips (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This kind of car key has to be programmed into the vehicle using a specific diagnostic tool. If you've got the proper tools, the process is simple and quick.

Other methods are available to program these Citroen keys, but they are less secure and have a higher risk of damaging information stored on the microchip. The best way to avoid this is by contacting one of our qualified locksmiths who are aware of how to use the tools correctly and will have a thorough understanding of the security system in your vehicle.

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If you've lost your Citroen car key or need a spare one it can be a nightmare. Many people think they need to return to their dealer to get a replacement but this is not always the situation. The keys for cars are also becoming more sophisticated. While a locksmith in your neighborhood is able to make replacements for the traditional car keys If yours is an electronic or smart key you will need to visit an expert who has the right equipment and skills.

We are among the few mobile companies that have the equipment required to re-program newer Citroen keys to cars. We can save you time and money by programming your Citroen car keys. It may be more expensive to take your Citroen into the dealership as they may need to reset the immobiliser, which can cost as much as PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or 'T5" in the key) which are used to start your vehicle. The old "snap in" key opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems come with a remote control fob that can lock and unlock the car from a distance and disable alarms at the touch a button. This is a more secure system, and only your key is able to operate it.

In most cases, replacing a key on this Citroen model is easy and is done at the site (including the case of a lost key). If you lose both keys, the car will require re-coding that requires taking the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's range of vehicles is very popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as along with the Xsara. All of these vehicles are equipped with transponder chips which can be used to start the vehicle. If the correct PIN code received from the car when the key was inserted, it will respond with a code for the immobiliser and the engine will start. This is referred to as a "chip key" and is extremely secure.

It is easy to replace these keys if you lose the keys. You can get them from your local auto locksmith. The only thing is that from 1998 onwards, Citroen vehicles utilised a different style of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these cases. In these cases, it's usually necessary to carry out an operation known as 'eeprom work' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser to program an entirely new key citroen.

This is a highly-specialized area of expertise, but we can provide this service in your home or office using our mobile workshop. This means you don't have to go to the dealer, who is likely to charge an additional amount for this service. A dealership will also require you to show your V5 ID and V5 document in person to make an order for the replacement key which could take between two and five days for delivery. Once you have the replacement key, it will be needed to be programmed to your specific vehicle to allow it to operate properly. This can be quite costly of money at a dealership.