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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French automaker, is famous for its innovative approach to future-oriented vehicles. Its iconic 2CV model was made in 9 million versions between 1948 and 1990.

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

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The price of a replacement Citroen key will vary based on the type of vehicle. For instance, more expensive models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace as they have more sophisticated features. However, in general, our prices are up to 50% lower than those of the main dealer.

We can supply new remote and transponder keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These keys contain a chip that communicates with your vehicle when you insert them into the lock. The car will unlock once the correct code is received. These keys are more secure and protect against thieves than other keys.

Prior to 1997, all Citroen keys were made using a mechanical switchblade and did not require any programming. Making spare keys for these vehicles is very straight forward and can be accomplished at the site within a matter of minutes. Lost key situations will require the use of a pin code, which is typically hidden beneath a scratch panel on a plastic 'SECURITY CARD' similar to a credit card found in the wallet of the owner (see the image). This can be obtained quickly for you from us. No need to go to the dealer!

From 2000 onwards, all Citroen automobiles and vans utilize a transponder (chip) contained within the key or remote fob. This kind of key has to be programmed into the vehicle using an exclusive diagnostic tool. This process is very quick and simple to complete when the right tools are available.

Other methods are available to program these Citroen keys, but they are not as secure and have a higher risk of corrupting information on the microchip. Contacting our locksmiths is the best option to avoid any issues. They'll be able to use the tools correctly and are familiar with the security system of your vehicle.

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If you've lost your Citroen car keys or require a spare it can be an unending nightmare. Many people believe that they need to visit their dealer for a replacement, but that isn't always the case. Cars are becoming increasingly high-tech and this also includes their keys. While a local locksmith will usually be able to create a replacement for car keys that are conventional however, if you have a remote or smart key you will need to visit an expert locksmith with the proper tools and experience.

We are among the few mobile businesses that use specialized equipment to re-program newer citroen car key fob supplier keys for cars. We can save your time and money by changing the program of your citroen new key car keys. The process of taking your Citroen to the dealer can also be much more expensive as they will need to reset the immobiliser which could cost upwards of PS1000.

Since 1998 in all Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) which are used to start your car. This is in contrast to the traditional'snap into key' that opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems include a remote control fob which can lock and unlock the car from afar and deactivate alarms at the touch the button. This is a much more secure system, and only your unique keys can control it.

In most cases replacing a key for this Citroen model is easy and can be done at the site (including when keys are lost). If you do lose both keys, the car needs to be re-coded that requires taking the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

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

If you lose one of these keys it is typically easy to find the replacement from the local auto-locksmith. The only problem is that from 1998 onwards the Citroen automobiles were equipped with a different kind of chip (known as a 'fiat' type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these cases. In these cases, it's typically necessary to perform a procedure called 'eeprom work to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program a new key.

This is a niche area of expertise, but with our mobile workshop and the latest equipment, we are able to do this at your workplace or at home. This means you don't have to go to the dealer, who is likely to charge a lot more for this service. You will have to bring your V5 and ID to the dealer to place an order for an alternative key. This can take up to five days. The dealer will need to program the key in your vehicle to ensure it is working properly. This could cost a considerable amount of money.