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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer famous for its future-oriented designs. The 2CV, the iconic model, was built in 9,000,000 variants between 1948 and the year 1990.

Your remote or keys could become out of sync and require programming. This can be done by a dealer or our mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a Citroen replacement key may vary according to the model. For instance, higher-end models like the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace because they have more sophisticated features. In general our prices can be up to 50% less than the average dealer.

We can provide new transponder keys and remotes for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These keys come with an internal chip that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. When the correct code is received, the vehicle will be able to open. These keys are more secure than other types of keys for cars. They also serve as an effective deterrent to thieves.

In the years prior to 1997, all Citroen keys used an electronic switchblade key that did not require programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be accomplished in a matter of minutes on the spot. In the event of a lost key, you will need an PIN code that is usually hidden under a scratched-out panel on a plastic 'SECURITY CARD' that is the size of a credit card inside the wallet of the owner (see image). It can be obtained quickly for you from us - no need to go to the dealer!

Since 2000, all citroen xsara key cars and vans use transponders (chip) inside the key or remote fob. This kind of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with an exclusive diagnostic tool. This is a simple process and simple provided the proper tools are available.

Other methods are available to program these Citroen keys, however they are less safe and run a greater chance of destroying information on the microchip. The best method to avoid this is to call one of our professional locksmiths who will know exactly how to operate the tools properly and will have a thorough understanding of the security system of your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's stressful if you have lost your Citroen key or require a spare. Many people think they need go back to their dealer in order to obtain a replacement. However, this isn't always the situation. The keys to cars are also becoming more advanced. A locksmith from your neighborhood can substitute a traditional car key however, if you've got a smart or remote key, you'll need seek out a professional who has the right tools and knowledge.

We are one of only one of a few mobile businesses with the necessary equipment to reprogram newer Citroen keys. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money when compared to the main dealer. The process of taking your citroen key fob to the dealer can be costly as they will need to reset the immobiliser which could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998 in all Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or 'T5" in the key) which are used to turn on your vehicle. The old "snap in" key opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems feature a remote control fob that allows you to lock and unlock the car from afar and deactivate alarms at the press of the button. This is a far more secure system, and only your own key can operate it.

Replacing a key for this style of citroen c5 key fob is simple and can be accomplished on site in most cases (including keys that are lost). If you lose both keys, the car must be coded. This requires that you bring the car to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's line of vehicles is extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as and the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips embedded in the key blades that allow them to start the car when the correct PIN code is received by the vehicle when the key is inserted it will respond to an immobiliser and the engine will begin. This system is called a "chip key" and is extremely secure.

It is simple to replace these keys in the event that you have lost the keys. You can purchase them from your local auto locksmith. The only thing is that from 1998 onwards, the citroen key fob repair vehicles utilised a different type of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these instances. In these cases it is typically necessary to perform an operation known as 'eeprom work to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser to program an entirely new key.

This is a highly-specialized area of expertise, but we can offer this service at your home or office through our mobile workshop. This will avoid the hassle of going to the dealer who will charge you much more for this service. A dealership will also require you to show the V5 document and ID in person to place the order for the replacement key, which could take between two and five days to be delivered. The dealer will need to program the key into your vehicle to ensure that it functions properly. This could cost you a significant amount of money.