How to Use Your Citroen Key Fob Smartly

Many car owners are unaware that their key fobs come with some pretty cool functions. You can choose to summon your car as Tesla or use the Panic button stop burglars from your home, these techniques could be useful in a pinch.

Key fobs endure lots of physical abuse, and they aren't impervious to destruction. Fortunately fixing a dead key fob can be done in a relatively straightforward manner.

Keyless Entry

Many modern cars come with key fobs that permit owners to unlock and start their vehicle without having to insert an actual key into the ignition barrel. The keys are equipped with a transponder that transmits a coded signal to the car. Only when the signal is received correctly is the vehicle able to start.

Some key fobs come with various features that the owners may not be aware of, but can prove to be very useful when needed. If your citroen car key replacement key fob stopped working, whether because of dropping on the floor that damaged the chip inside or simply because it stopped working, then there are some things you might try.

First, you must check the battery of your key fob. This is often the cause of many of the issues described previously, as a dead or dead battery may prevent the key fob from transmitting its signals to the receiver module inside the car. Replacing the battery is relatively easy and can be done at home. Examine for any water damage to the key fob since this could cause it to cease functioning. Once you have replaced the battery, re-installing the key fob inside the ignition can aid in restoring its functionality. It is also a good idea to test the lock and unlock functions of each buttons on the key fob.

Remote locking

If your remote doesn't respond when you press the unlock key on the fob that you have it could be because the battery is dead. If this is the case, then the fob will need to be reprogrammed to function with your car. This process is slightly different for each model of car however the fundamental steps are the same. It is important to check all the buttons on your key fob before you begin to make sure that none of them are damaged.

Examine whether the key fob might be damaged by blunt force, water or scratches on the circuit board. If it is, you'll have to dismantle the key fob and take a look of its internal components. If the battery connector's terminals are broken or loose then carefully re-soldering them to the correct position can return your key fob to a good functioning condition.

Certain models of key fobs feature one "Panic" button. This button is meant to scare off potential thieves, especially if you are in a remote location like an underground parking garage. Although it's not foolproof but it could help discourage criminals from attempting to steal your vehicle or even breaking into your home. The panic button makes a loud noise, which can scare anyone who comes in.

Engine Start

Simplely turns your car's ignition on and off by using the key fob, which is unique to you. The system will ensure that the engine will only come on when your key fob is in close proximity. This feature is especially useful in colder weather, since you can precool or heat your vehicle at home.

If you receive an error message saying "key not detected" Place the keyfob in the central armrest bin or on the dashboard for vehicles with a newer model. It should then be able to use the keyfob to press START to begin the engine.

Reprogramming a Citroen key fob for locking and unlocking is quite simple to do it yourself. However, to program the key fob to push start is much more difficult and requires specialized equipment and expertise. We are experts in this field in case you've lost your key fob or need assistance to get it started contact us.

From 1998 all Citroen keys are equipped with transponders (also known as chips) and must be programmed. This is a little more complicated, especially in keys that have been lost, but we can still repair the majority of cars even when all keys are missing.

Battery Warning Light

If you notice a yellow/orange warning light showing the car's dashboard and is surrounded by swirls across the dash, it could be due to the Traction control system is reporting a fault. It is essential to seek assistance by a trained mechanic or citroen c2 key dealer to fix the issue. This will not affect driveability however it should be examined as it's likely to require a service of the system to resolve this.

The key fob's battery warning symbol on your dashboard may indicate that the battery in the key fob have very low levels. The batteries must be replaced. It's not difficult to do and could even be done while driving. The majority of keys can be opened to allow replacement citroen key batteries in. These are typically the CR2025 or CR2032 3-Volt versions that are sold in most electronics stores. You can either look up YouTube videos or consult your owner's guide for more details.

From 1998 onwards, all citroen c1 spare key cars utilised transponders in their keys which need to be programmed to the vehicle. This is much easier than the previous model, and we can program keys on-site. The old key type used a chip with fixed codes like the philips type 33. There is still a spare key for these models however they require an entry code from the vehicle to program them.