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 variations between 1948 and the year 1990.

Sometimes, your keys or remote fob can get out of sync with your vehicle and require to 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 cost of a replacement Citroen key can vary depending on the type of vehicle. For example, models with more sophisticated features such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general, our prices can be up to 50% lower than the prices of the main dealer.

We can provide new transponder keys and remotes for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These types of keys have an internal chip that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. If the correct code is received the car will unlock. These keys are more secure than other kinds of keys for cars and are a great deterrent for thieves.

Prior to 1997 in 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys that didn't require any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be completed within minutes on site. In the event of losing a key, a PIN number is required. It is typically hidden under a scratch panel placed on the plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit-card kept in the wallet of the owner. This can be obtained very quickly by contacting us. There's no need to visit the dealer!

Since 2000, all Citroen cars and vans have a transponder (chip) contained within the remote fob or key. This kind of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with an specialized diagnostic tool. If you've got the proper tools, the process is simple and quick.

There are other ways to program these Citroen keys, but they are not as secure and come with a higher risk of corrupting the information on the microchip. Contacting a locksmith from our network is the best method to avoid any issues. They'll know how to use the tools correctly and are familiar with the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

If you've lost your Citroen car key or require a spare key it can be an unending nightmare. Many people think they need go back to their dealer in order to obtain a replacement. However, this isn't always the case. Car keys are also becoming more sophisticated. A locksmith from your neighborhood can substitute a traditional car key, but if you have a smart or remote key, you'll have to seek out a professional who has the right tools and expertise.

We are one of the few mobile businesses that have specialist equipment needed to reprogram the latest citroen c1 spare key cost car keys. This allows us to save you a significant amount of time and money as opposed to the main dealer. It is more expensive to bring your Citroen to a dealer, as they may need to reset the immobiliser, which could cost up to 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 turn on your vehicle. The old "snap in" key opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems also include a remote fob that can lock and unlock your car from a distance and disable the alarm with the click of a button. This is a much more secure system, and only your specific key can operate it.

In most instances, replacing a key on this Citroen model is easy and can be done on site (including in lost key situations). If you lose both keys, the car has to be changed. This requires that you bring your vehicle to our workshop.

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The Citroen range is a very popular line up of vehicles which includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips embedded in the key blades which allow them to start the car - if the correct PIN code is detected by the vehicle when the key is inserted it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will start. This is referred to as"chip key" and is very secure "chip key" and is very safe.

It is simple to replace these keys if you have lost the keys. You can obtain them from your local auto locksmith. Citroen automobiles from 1998 and onwards use a different type of chip, referred to as a "fiat" type 33. This chip is more difficult to replace. In these cases it is often necessary to perform a procedure called 'eeprom work to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser to program the new key.

This is a highly specialized area of expertise, however we can provide this service at your house or office using our mobile workshop. This will save you the trip to your dealer who will cost you more for this service. You'll have to bring your V5 and ID with you to the dealer to place an order for the replacement key. It can take up to five days. Once you've received the replacement key it will need to be programed to your specific vehicle to allow it to work properly. This could be quite costly of money at a dealer.