How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen, a French automaker, is well-known for its futuristic approach. The iconic 2CV model was manufactured in 9 million versions from 1948 to 1990.

Sometimes your keys or the remote fobs can become out of sync with your vehicle and need to be reprogrammed. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians can help you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of replacing a Citroen key will vary based on the car model. For example, more expensive models like the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace because they have more sophisticated features. However, in general our prices could be at least 50% less than the prices of the main dealer.

We are able to supply new remote and transponder keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. They contain chips that communicate with your vehicle when you insert them into the lock. The car will be unlocked when the correct code is received. These keys are more secure and deter thieves more than other types.

In the years prior to 1997, all Citroen keys were made using a mechanical switchblade key and did not require any programming. Making spare keys for these vehicles is very simple and can be done at the site within a matter of minutes. For lost keys, you'll need the use of a PIN code, which is usually hidden under a scratch panel on a security card that is made of plastic. It's that is similar to credit card found in the wallet of the owner (see the image). We can provide this very quickly and without having to visit the dealer!

Since 2000 the majority of Citroen vans and cars use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the remote or key. This kind of car key must be programmed to the vehicle with an instrument that is specifically designed for diagnostics. If you've got the right tools, the process is simple and quick.

There are alternative methods to program these Citroen keys, but they're not as safe and have greater chance of corrupting the microchip's data. Contacting a locksmith from our network is the best way to avoid any issues. They will know how to use the tools correctly and are familiar with the security features of your vehicle.

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It can be a nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require an additional. Many people think they need to return to their dealer in order to get a replacement key, but this is not always the situation. The keys for cars are also becoming more high-tech. A locksmith in your neighborhood can replace a standard car key however, if you own a smart or remote key, you'll need seek out a professional who has the right tools and skills.

We are among one of a few mobile businesses with the equipment needed to reprogram the latest Citroen keys. We can save you time and money by reprogramming your Citroen car keys. It is more expensive to bring your citroen ds3 car key to a dealer, as they may have to reset the immobiliser, which can cost up to PS1000.

From 1998 all Citroen models are equipped with transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or T5) in their keys that serve to start the vehicle. Unlike old style 'snap in key', this one simply opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems include a remote fob that can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance and disable the alarm with a touch of a button. This is a more secure system, and only your unique key can operate it.

Replacing the key for this model of citroen dispatch replacement key is simple and can be done on site in most cases (including keys that 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 line of vehicles is very popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as in addition to the Xsara. All of these cars have transponder chips embedded in the key blades which allow them to start the car - if the correct PIN code is recognized by the vehicle when the key is put in, then it will respond to an immobiliser and the engine will begin. This is referred to as a 'chip key' and is very secure.

It is easy to replace these keys if you have lost keys. You can get them from your local auto locksmith. The only issue is from 1998 onwards, Citroen automobiles used a different style of chip (known as a 'fiat' type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these cases. In these situations, it is often necessary to perform an operation called 'eeprom to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser to program the new key.

This is a highly-specialized area of expertise, however we can offer this service at your house or office through our mobile workshop. This will eliminate the trip to your dealer who will cost you more for this service. You'll require your V5 and ID with you to the dealer to place an order for a replacement key. It could take up to five days. Once you have the replacement key it will need to be programed to your specific vehicle so that it can operate correctly - this can again cost a considerable amount of money to a dealer.