How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key

DS Automobiles (pronounced Deesse) is the premium vehicle brand of the French manufacturer Citroen. The DS name is a reference to 'Different Spirit.' The marque aims to combine luxury elegance and glamour with innovation. Find reviews and prices for Citroen Ds3 key services near you and book them online in just a few clicks. Enter your registration number to see local repair quotes from reputable companies.

Replacement Keys

It is recommended that you contact an experienced auto locksmith if you've lost the sole Citroen key you have and require to replace it. It will save you money and time. At a dealership, must bring your vehicle in and present your identity documents to purchase the replacement key. The key will be delivered between two and five business days. You'll have to go back to the dealer to have your replacement Citroen keys programmed. This is a lengthy and costly process.

There are many different kinds of Citroen keys, depending on what model and year your vehicle is. Certain models have keys that open the door from an afar, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. The majority of keys have transponder chips which are used to communicate with your car. The embedded chip inside the key must be programmed for your particular car.

A mobile technician will be able to come to your place and re-synchronize your key with your car. They'll have all the diagnostic equipment required to complete the task and will not charge the same amount as dealers would.

Transponder Chips

The transponder chip that is in your key is designed to block the hot-wiring of your vehicle. This is a common method used by car thieves to steal vehicles. If you have a key with a chip, it can deactivate your immobilizer in the event that the incorrect key was used to start the vehicle. This technology is extremely efficient in preventing theft of vehicles.

Transponder chips that are embedded in your citroen keys can be out of sync with your vehicle. It is important to store your keys in a secure location. If they're lost or stolen, a professional mobile locksmith can make use of the equipment inside their van to reprogram the new key to be compatible with your car again. This will cost much less than a dealership will charge for a new set of keys.

If you enjoy surfing, fishing, boating or kayaking, having an ignition key that has transponder chip could make life easier. This type of key can be tucked away on your surfboard or fishing pole if you don't want to carry a metal one with you.

Keys stolen or lost

Keep a spare key in a place that is safe to avoid losing them. If you have a difficult recalling where you keep things, you can try placing the spare key in a spot that stands out to you (like on your keychain). If you find it difficult to remember where you have put items, consider purchasing an attractive keyring color or pattern.

Prior to 1997 Citroen vehicles and vans did not use transponders so making a spare key is relatively simple and can be completed on-site. From 1998 onwards, all vehicles will have a transponder inside it that needs to be programmed to the chassis of the vehicle and this requires specialist equipment.

If you have lost or have stolen your citroen berlingo van key replacement keys to your car or van you'll need to visit your dealer and present your V5 and ID to order replacements. They could take up to five days to arrive and need to be programmed into your vehicle before they can be used. We can program and cut keys replacements in a fraction than the time it takes the dealership, and at cheaper prices.

We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the required tools to accomplish this task efficiently and quickly.