How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French car manufacturer that is famous for its future-oriented designs. The iconic 2CV model was manufactured in 9 million variants from 1948 to 1990.

Sometimes your keys or the remote fob can get out of sync with the vehicle and have to be reset. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians can help you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of replacing a Citroen key will vary based on the type of vehicle. For instance, more expensive models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace because they come with more advanced features. In general, our prices are approximately 50% less than the prices of the main dealer.

We can supply new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. They contain an embedded chip that connects to your car when you insert them into the lock. When the correct code is received the car will be opened. These keys are more secure and protect against thieves than other keys.

From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys used a mechanical switchblade and did not require any programming. Making spare keys for these vehicles is very simple and can be done on site in a matter of minutes. In the event of losing a key, a pin code is required. It is typically concealed beneath a scratch board that is located on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. This can be obtained quickly for you from us. There is no need to visit the dealer!

From 2000 onwards, all citroen replacement key cars and vans have transponders (chip) that is contained in the remote fob or key. This type of car key needs to be programmed to the vehicle with an instrument that is specifically designed for diagnostics. This is a simple process and easy provided the proper tools are available.

Other methods are available to program the Citroen keys, but they are not as secure and run a greater chance of destroying information on the microchip. Contacting one of our locksmiths is the best way to avoid any issues. They will know how to use the tools correctly and are also familiar with the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

If you've lost your Citroen car key, or simply require a spare, it can feel like a nightmare. Many people think that they need to visit their dealer for an exchange, but this isn't always the case. Cars are becoming more high-tech and this includes keys. While a locksmith at your local will usually be able to create a replacement for car keys that are conventional If yours is a smart or remote key, you'll need to consult an expert locksmith with the appropriate tools and knowledge.

We are one of only one of the mobile companies that has the necessary equipment to reprogram modern Citroen keys. We can save you time and money by changing your citroen berlingo van key replacement keys. Driving your Citroen to the dealership could also be much more expensive as they'll have to reset the immobiliser, which could cost upwards of PS1000.

From 1998 all Citroen models are equipped with transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or "T5") in their keys that can be used to start the vehicle. The traditional "snap-in" keys only opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems also have a remote that can lock and unlock your car from a distance and deactivate the alarm with the click of the button. This is a much more secure system that only your individual keys can control it.

In most instances replacing a key for this Citroen model is easy and is done at the site (including in lost key situations). If you lose both keys, the car must be re-coded. This requires that you bring 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 start the vehicle. If the correct PIN code was received by the vehicle when the key was put in, it will send an immobiliser code and the engine will start. This system is called"chip key" and is very secure "chip key" and is extremely secure.

If you lose one of these keys it is typically easy to get the replacement from the local auto-locksmith. Citroen cars made from 1998 from the year 1998 use a different kind of chip, called a "fiat" type 33. This type of chip is more difficult to replace. In these cases, it's typically necessary to perform an operation called 'eeprom' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program a new key.

This is a specific field of expertise, but thanks to our mobile workshop and specialist equipment, we are able to do this at your home or workplace. This saves you a trip to the dealer, who will likely charge you a lot more for this service. A dealer will also require you to show your V5 document and ID in person to place an order for the replacement key, which can take between two and five days to arrive. Once you've received the replacement key it will be needed to be programed to your specific vehicle in order for it to work properly. This could be a significant amount of money when you purchase a car from a dealer.