How to Use Your Citroen Key Fob Smartly

Many car owners don't realize that their key fobs come with some cool features. These tricks can come in handy when you have to summon your car, like Tesla, or to deter home intruders.

Key fobs get quite a bit of physical assault, and they're certainly not indestructible. Fortunately fixing a dead or damaged key fob is fairly simple.

Keyless Entry

Modern cars are equipped with key fobs which allow the owner to open and start the car without having to insert a key in the ignition barrel. These keys have a transponder chip that transmits a coding signal to the car whenever inserted, and only when this is true is the vehicle allowed to start.

Key fobs have a variety of built-in functions, some which owners are not even aware of, but are extremely useful when required. If your citroen key fob stopped working, whether due to dropping on the floor which caused damage to the internal chip or simply because it been unable to function, then there are some options you might try.

First, you must check the battery in your key fob. Many of the problems described above are caused by a low or dead key fob battery. It may stop the key fob from transmitting its signals to receiver module in the vehicle. It is easy to replace the battery at home. Make sure there is no water damage on the key fob since this can cause it to cease functioning. Once you've replaced the battery, inserting the key fob in the ignition will help restore its functionality. It is also a good idea to test the lock and unlock functions of every buttons on the key fob.

Remote locking

If you hit the unlock button on your key fob, but it doesn't respond to your call, the battery in the remote could be dead. If this is the case, your fob needs to be reset in order to work with your vehicle. The process may differ for each car model but it's generally the exact same. Before you begin, try all of the buttons on your device to ensure that none of them are damaged.

Consider whether the key fob can be damaged through blunt force, water or circuit board scratch marks. If it is, then you'll need to take the key fob off and perform a visual inspection of its internal components. If the battery connector terminals are loose or are broken, soldering carefully back into place will restore your key fob's functioning condition.

Certain key fobs have a "Panic Button". This button is designed to deter potential thieves from your vehicle, particularly if you are located in an isolated area, such as an underground parking garage. The function isn't 100% secure, but it could stop criminals trying to steal your car or break into your home. A press of the panic button will make a loud noise that will make anyone nervous if they are near it.

Engine Start

It is possible to switch your car on or off with a specific key fob. The system will ensure that the engine will only come on when your key fob is located close to. This feature is especially useful during colder months, as you can precool or heat your car at home.

If your car displays an error message that says "key not detected" Try holding the keyfob near the steering column, or on vehicles with more modern technology, place it in the central armrest bin, the dashboard or cupholder. It should then be possible to use the keyfob to press START to start the car.

Reprogramming a Citroen key fob for locking and unlocking is pretty easy to do yourself. To program a keyfob to enable push-start is more difficult and requires specialist knowledge and equipment. We are experts in the field and if you've lost your key fob or require assistance getting it started Contact us.

From 1998 all Citroen keys use transponders (also known as chips) and these need to be programmed. This can be a bit more challenging, particularly in keys that are lost however, we can fix most cars even when all keys are missing.

Battery Warning Light

If you notice a yellow or orange light with swirls on your dashboard it could be the traction control system on your Citroen. It is essential to seek assistance from a trained mechanic or citroen berlingo key fob dealer to resolve the issue. It won't affect the driveability but should be inspected because it may require a service of the system to resolve this.

The low battery of the key fob warning symbol on the dash may indicate that the batteries in the key fob are extremely low. The batteries must be replaced. It's simple to do, and it can be done while driving. The majority of keys can be opened to allow replacement batteries to enter. Most electronics stores sell the CR2025 and CR2032 3-Volt batteries. Refer to the owner's manual of your device for the specifics or YouTube videos on how to do this.

From 1998 all Citroen vehicles were equipped with transponders within their keys, which have to be programmed to the vehicle. This is much simpler than in the past and we can program keys on-site. Keys of the past used chips with fixed codes such as the philips type 33. There is still a spare key for these models but they will require the key code of the vehicle to program them.