How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer famous for its future-oriented designs. The iconic 2CV model was produced in 9 million versions from 1948 until 1990.

Sometimes your keys or remote fob can get out of sync with the vehicle and have to be reset. This can be done by a professional dealer or mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of a replacement Citroen key can vary depending on the model of the vehicle. For example, models with more advanced features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. But, in general our prices are approximately 50% lower than those of the main dealer.

We are able to provide a new transponder keys and remotes for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. They 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 are more secure than other types of keys for cars and are an effective deterrent to thieves.

Up to 1997 all Citroen keys used the mechanical switchblade key, and did not require any programming. Making spare Citroen Car Keys keys for these vehicles is easy and can be accomplished on site in just a few minutes. Lost key situations will require an PIN code that is typically hidden beneath a scratched-out panel on a security card made of plastic. It is that is the size of credit card inside the wallet of the owner (see image). We can supply this quickly - you don't need to visit the dealer!

Since 2000 since 2000, all Citroen vehicles and vans use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the remote or key. The type of car key has to be programmed to the vehicle via an instrument that is specifically designed for diagnostics. This procedure is fast and simple to complete provided the proper tools are available.

There are other methods available to program these Citroen keys but they are not as secure and carry greater risk of corrupting the information on the microchip. Contacting one of our locksmiths is the best option to avoid any problems. They'll be able to use the tools properly and are familiar with the security system of your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It can be difficult to deal with if you misplace your Citroen key or need an additional. Many people believe that they have to go back to their dealer in order to get a replacement key, but this is not always the situation. The keys of cars are also becoming more technological. While a locksmith near you is usually able to make a replacement for car keys that are conventional but if it's an electronic or smart key you'll have to go to an expert with the right tools and training.

We are among the few mobile businesses that have the equipment required to reprogram newer Citroen keys to cars. We can save you time and money by programming your Citroen car keys. It may be more expensive to bring your citroen xsara key to a dealer, as they might need to reset the immobiliser. This can cost as much as PS1000.

Since 1998, all citroen c1 car key replacement vehicles are equipped with transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) that are used to turn on your vehicle. In contrast to the old style'snap-in key', this one simply opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems feature a remote control fob that allows you to lock or unlock the car from afar and disable alarms with the touch a button. This is a much more secure system and only your own keys can control it.

Replacing a key for this style of Citroen is a simple process and can be accomplished at the site in the majority of instances (including keys that have been lost). If you lose both keys, your car will need to be coded. This requires that you bring the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's line of vehicles is extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as in addition to the Xsara. All of these cars have transponder chips inside the key blades which allow them to start the car in the event that the correct PIN is recognized by the vehicle when the key is put in, then it will respond with an immobiliser code, and the engine will begin. This is known as a "chip key" and is extremely secure.

It is simple to replace these keys in the event that you have lost the keys. They can be purchased from your local auto locksmith. Citroen automobiles from 1998 and to date use a different type of chip, known as a "fiat" type 33. This chip is more difficult to replace. In these cases, it is necessary to use a method known as 'eeprom-work' to retrieve the crucial data.

This is a highly-specialized field of expertise, Spare Citroen Car Keys but we can provide this service at your home or office through our mobile workshop. This will save you the trip to your dealer who will charge you much more for Spare Citroen Car keys this service. You'll have to bring your V5 and ID to the dealer to place an order for a replacement key. This can take up to five days. Once you have the replacement key, it will have to be programed to your specific vehicle to ensure it will operate properly. This can be quite costly of money at a dealership.