How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

citroen replacement key is a French automobile manufacturer that is well-known for its futuristic approach to manufacturing. The iconic 2CV model was made in 9 million variations between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes your keys or remote fobs may become out of sync with your vehicle and have to be reprogrammed. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians can do it for you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a replacement Citroen key can differ based on the car model. For example, models with more sophisticated features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general, however, our prices can be up to 50% lower than the average dealer.

We can supply 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. The vehicle will unlock when the correct code is received. These keys are more secure and protect against thieves than other types.

Prior to 1997 prior to 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys and did not need any programming. Making spare keys for these cars is very straight forward and can be completed on the spot in a matter of minutes. In the event of a lost key, a pin code is required. It is typically hidden under a scratch panel located on the plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit-card kept in the wallet of the owner. We can give this quickly and without having to visit a dealer!

Since 2000 in the year 2000, all Citroen automobiles and vans have transponder chips (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This type of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with an instrument for diagnostics. This is a simple process and easy if the correct tools are available.

There are alternative methods to program these Citroen keys, but they're not as secure and come with greater chance of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. Contacting a locksmith from our network is the best method to avoid any issues. They will be able to use the tools correctly and are well-versed in the security features of your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key replacement key for citroen c1

If you've lost your Citroen car keys or require a spare it could be an absolute nightmare. Many people believe that they need go back to their dealer in order to obtain a replacement. However, it's not always the situation. Cars are becoming increasingly high-tech and that includes keys. A locksmith from your neighborhood can replace a traditional car key but if you're using an electronic or remote key, you'll need to find a professional with the right tools and experience.

We are one of only a few mobile companies with the necessary equipment to reprogram newer Citroen keys. We can save you time and money by changing the program of your Citroen car keys. It may be more expensive to bring your Citroen to the dealer because they might need to reset the immobiliser, which could cost as much as PS1000.

Since 1998 since 1998, all Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or 'T5" in the key) which are used to start your vehicle. The old'snap-in' key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems feature a remote control fob that allows you to lock and unlock the car from afar and turn off alarms with a touch a button. This is a more secure system and only your personal keys can operate it.

Replacing a key for this style of Citroen is quite straight forward and can be done on site in most cases (including keys that are lost). However, if you lose both keys to the car, it will require re-coding which requires taking the car to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

The Citroen range is a well-known range of vehicles, which includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. Each of these vehicles is equipped with transponder chips which can be used to begin the vehicle. If the correct PIN code received by the car when the key was inserted, it will respond with a code for the immobiliser and the engine will begin. This system is known as"chip key" and is very secure "chip key" and is very safe.

It is easy to replace these keys if you have lost the keys. You can obtain them from your local auto locksmith. Citroen cars from 1998 to date use a different type of chip, known as a "fiat" type 33. This type of chip is more difficult to replace. In these instances, it is generally necessary to execute an operation called 'eeprom to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program the new key.

This is a particular area of expertise but with our mobile workshop and specialist equipment we can do this at your place of work or home. This saves you a trip to the dealer who will likely charge you an additional amount for this service. You'll have to bring your V5 and ID with you to the dealership to make an order for the 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 allow it to function properly. This can be a significant amount of money to a dealer.