How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer that is well-known for its futuristic approach to manufacturing. The iconic 2CV was manufactured in 9,000,000 variants between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes, your keys or remote fob can get out of sync with your vehicle and need to be reprogrammed. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians are able to assist you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a Citroen replacement key will vary depending on the model. For instance, models with more sophisticated features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general our prices could be at least 50% less than the price of the primary dealer.

We can supply new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These types of keys have an internal chip that communicates with the car when you insert it into the lock. If the right code is received, the car will unlock. These keys are more secure and protect against thieves than other keys.

Up to 1997 all citroen ds3 key replacement keys used an electronic switchblade key that did not require any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be accomplished in just a few minutes on-site. In the event of losing a key, a PIN number is required. It is typically concealed beneath a scratch board located on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. We can provide this swiftly - you don't even need to visit a dealer!

From 2000 onwards all Citroen cars and vans have a transponder (chip) in the remote fob or key. This type of key has to be programmed to the vehicle via a special diagnostic tool. If you've got the proper tools, this process can be quick and simple.

Other methods are available for programming these Citroen keys, however they are not as secure and have a higher chance of destroying information on the microchip. Contacting our locksmiths is the best method to avoid any problems. They'll know how to use the tools properly and are knowledgeable about the security system of your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's an absolute nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require a spare. Many people think they need to go to their dealer to obtain the replacement key, but this isn't always the case. The keys for cars are also becoming more high-tech. A locksmith from your neighborhood can replace a standard car key, but if you have a smart or remote key, you'll need find a professional with the right tools and expertise.

We are one of the few mobile companies that use specialized equipment to re-program newer Citroen car keys. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money compared to the main dealer. It may be more expensive to take your Citroen to the dealer because they might need to reset the immobiliser, which could cost as much as PS1000.

Since 1998 the majority of Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) that are used to start your vehicle. The traditional "snap-in" keys only opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems have an electronic remote control that can lock and unlock the car from a distance and turn off alarms with a touch the button. This is a significantly secure system, and only your specific key can operate it.

In most cases replacing keys on this Citroen model is simple and can be done on site (including the case of a lost key). When you lose both keys, your car will need to be reset-coded. This will require that you bring the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's vehicles are very well-known. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as in addition to 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 recognized by the vehicle when the key is put in, then it will respond to an immobiliser and the engine will start. This system is known as a chip key and is extremely secure.

It is simple to replace these keys if you lose keys. You can obtain them from your local auto locksmith. The only thing is that from 1998 onwards, the Citroen vehicles utilised a different type of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these situations. In these situations it is necessary to use a method known as 'eeprom-work' in order to retrieve the crucial information.

This is a highly skilled area of expertise, however we can provide this service in your home or office with our mobile workshop. This will eliminate the trip to the dealer who will charge you more for this service. Dealers will also require you to present your V5 certificate and ID in person to be able to place the order for the replacement key, which could take between two and five days for delivery. The dealer will have to program the key into your vehicle to ensure that it works correctly. This could cost a considerable amount of money.