How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen car key fob Replacement, a French automaker, is well-known for its future-oriented approach. The iconic 2CV model was made in 9 million variants between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes your keys or the remote fob may be out of sync with the 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 price of a Citroen replacement key can vary dependent on the model. For instance, models with more advanced features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. However, in general, our prices can be up to 50% less than the price of the primary dealer.

We can provide new remote and transponder keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These types of keys have a chip inside that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. When the right code is received, the car will unlock. These are more secure than other types of keys for cars and are an effective deterrent to thieves.

From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys were made using an electronic switchblade key that did not require programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be done in minutes on site. In the event of a lost key, a PIN code is required. It is typically hidden under a scratch panel located on the plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit card kept in the owner's wallet. It is possible to obtain this fast from us - no need to go to the dealer!

Since 2000, all Citroen cars and vans are equipped with transponder chips (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This type of car key must be programmed to the vehicle using an instrument for diagnosis. If you have the appropriate tools, this procedure is quick and simple.

There are other options to program these Citroen keys, but they're not as secure and come with greater chance of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. The best way to prevent this is to contact one of our certified locksmiths who will know exactly how to operate the tools properly and have comprehensive knowledge of the security system installed on your vehicle.

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If you've lost your Citroen car keys or need a spare one it could be an unending nightmare. Many people believe they have to return to their dealer to obtain a replacement, but it's not always the situation. Cars are becoming increasingly high-tech and this also includes their keys. A locksmith from your neighborhood can replace a traditional car key, but if you have a smart or remote key, it is best to find a professional with the right tools and expertise.

We are among the few mobile companies who utilize specialized equipment to reprogram the latest citroen car key not working keys to cars. We can save your time and money by programming 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 could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all citroen key fob programming models are equipped with transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or "T5") inside their keys, which are used to turn on the vehicle. In contrast to the old style'snap-in' key which simply opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems include a remote control fob that allows you to lock and unlock the car from a distance and disable alarms at the push of the button. This is a far more secure system and only your own keys can operate it.

In the majority of instances replacing keys on this Citroen model is easy and can be done at the site (including when keys are lost). If you lose both keys to the car, it will require re-coding which requires taking the car 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 is received by the car after the key was inserted, it will respond with an immobiliser code and the engine will start. This is referred to as a "chip key" and is very secure.

If you have lost one of these keys, it is generally easy to find a replacement from the local auto-locksmith. The only issue is from 1998 onwards, the citroen c1 key fob programming vehicles utilised a different style of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these cases. In these cases it is required to perform a procedure known as 'eeprom-work' to obtain the most important information.

This is a highly specialized area of expertise, but we can provide this service at your home or office using our mobile workshop. This will eliminate the trip to the dealer who will cost you more for this service. You will require your V5 and ID to the dealer to place an order for a replacement key. This can take up to five days. The dealer will have to program the key into your vehicle to ensure that it works correctly. This can cost you a significant amount of money.