How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French car manufacturer that is known for being future-focused. The 2CV, the iconic model, was built in 9,000,000 variants between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes your keys or the remote fob may be out of sync with your vehicle and need to be reprogrammed. This can be done by a dealer or mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of a replacement Citroen key can differ based on the model of the vehicle. For example, more expensive models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace because they feature more advanced features. In general, our prices are approximately 50% less than the prices of the main dealer.

We can provide new remote and transponder keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. The keys have a chip that communicates with your car when you insert them into the lock. The car will be able to unlock when the correct code has been received. These keys are more secure and deter thieves more than other types.

Prior to 1997 in 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys and did not need any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be completed in minutes on site. In the event of a lost key, a pin code is required. This is usually hidden beneath a scratch panel placed on the plastic "SECURITY CARD" the shape and size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. This can be obtained quickly by contacting us. There is no need to visit the dealer!

From 2000 onwards, all Citroen cars and vans use transponders (chip) that is contained in the key or remote fob. This type of key has to be programmed into the vehicle using a specific diagnostic tool. If you have the right tools, this process is simple and quick.

Other methods are available to program the Citroen keys, but they are less secure and are more at chance of destroying information on the microchip. The best way to avoid this is to contact one of our locksmiths who will know exactly how to operate the tools correctly and are knowledgeable about the security system on your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's stressful if you have lost your Citroen key or need a spare. Many people believe they have go back to their dealer to get a replacement but it's not always the situation. The keys to cars are also becoming more sophisticated. While a local locksmith is able to make replacements for keys that are traditional to cars If yours is a smart or remote key, you'll need to see a professional that has the right tools and training.

We are among the few mobile companies who use specialized equipment to re-program newer Citroen car keys. This lets us save you lots of time and money compared to the main dealer. Driving your Citroen to the dealer can be more costly because they'll need to reset the immobiliser system which could cost upwards of PS1000.

Since 1998 in all citroen berlingo van key replacement [click for more info] vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or 'T5" in the key) that are used to begin your vehicle. The old'snap-in' key only 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 then deactivate the alarm at the touch of a button. This is a much more secure system, and only your unique keys can control it.

Replacing keys for this type of Citroen is fairly simple and can be done at the site in the majority of instances (including keys that have been lost). If you do lose both keys to the car, it will need to be re-coded which means taking the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

The Citroen range is a very popular line of vehicles, which includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All of them are equipped with transponder chips that can be used to start the vehicle. If the correct PIN code is received by the vehicle when the key was inserted it will send a code for the immobiliser and the engine will begin. This is referred to as"chip key "chip key" and is extremely secure.

It is easy to replace these keys in the event that you lose the keys. You can get them from your local auto locksmith. Citroen cars that were manufactured from 1998 to date use a different type of chip called a "fiat" type 33. This type of chip is more difficult to replace. In these cases, it's often necessary to perform an operation known as 'eeprom work to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser to program a new key.

This is a niche area of expertise, but with our mobile workshop and expert equipment we can do this at your workplace or at home. This means you don't have to go to the dealer who is likely to charge much more for this service. A dealer will also require your V5 ID and V5 document in person to be able to make an order for the replacement key, which could take between two and five working days to arrive. The dealer will need to program the key in your vehicle to ensure that it is working properly. This could cost you a lot of money.