How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen, a French automaker, is well-known for its innovative approach to future-oriented vehicles. Its iconic 2CV model was built in 9 million versions from 1948 to 1990.

Sometimes, your keys or remote fob can get out of sync with your vehicle and must be reset. This can be done by a dealer, or our mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of replacing a Citroen key can differ based on the model of the vehicle. For instance, models with more advanced features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. But, in general our prices are up to 50% lower than those of the main dealer.

We can supply a new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen model years from 1998 to 2000. These keys contain an embedded chip that communicates with the car when you insert it into the lock. When the correct code is entered, the car will be opened. These are more secure than other types of keys for cars and are a good deterrent for thieves.

Prior to 1997 in 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys, and did not need any programming. Making spare keys for these cars is very simple and can be done at the site in just a few minutes. Lost key situations will require an PIN code that is typically hidden beneath a scratch panel on a plastic 'SECURITY CARD' the size of an credit card inside the wallet of the owner (see picture). This can be obtained very quickly for you from us. There is no need to go to the dealer!

From 2000 onwards all citroen ds3 key automobiles and vans utilize a transponder (chip) that is contained in the key or remote fob. This kind of car key needs to be programmed to the vehicle using a special diagnostic tool. This procedure is fast and easy to do with the right tools available.

Other methods are available to program these Citroen key, but they are less safe and are more at risk of damaging information stored on the microchip. The best way to prevent this is to speak with one of our qualified locksmiths who will know exactly how to operate the tools correctly and have comprehensive knowledge of the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It can be stressful if you have lost your Citroen key or need an extra. Many people believe that they have go back to their dealer in order to get a replacement but it's not always the situation. Cars are becoming more high-tech and this is also true for keys. A local locksmith could replace a traditional key however, if you've got a smart or remote key, you'll need find a professional with the right tools and skills.

We are among a handful of mobile companies with the equipment needed to reprogram the latest Citroen keys. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money as opposed to the main dealer. It could be more expensive to take your Citroen to the dealer because they may require reset of the immobiliser, which could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998 in all Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) that are used to start your car. This is in contrast to the traditional'snap into' key which simply opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems feature a remote control fob that allows you to lock or unlock the car from a distance and turn off alarms with a push of a button. This is a more secure system and only your own keys can operate it.

Replacing keys for this type of Citroen is fairly simple and can be accomplished on site in most cases (including keys that have been lost). If you do lose both keys the car will require re-coding which means taking the vehicle to our workshop.

citroen ds3 replacement key cost Car Key Repair

The Citroen range is a popular line up of vehicles which includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips in the key blades which allow them to start the car in the event that the correct PIN is detected by the vehicle when the key is inserted, then it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will begin. This system is known as a chip key and is very secure.

If you have lost one of these keys, it is typically easy to obtain an alternative from your local auto-locksmith. The only thing is that from 1998 onwards the citroen Dispatch remote key replacement vehicles were equipped with a distinct kind of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these cases. In these cases, it's typically necessary to perform an operation called 'eeprom' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser to program an entirely new key.

This is a specialised area of expertise but with our mobile workshop and specialist equipment we can do this at your home or workplace. This will save you a trip to the dealer who will likely charge you much more for this service. A dealer will also require your V5 certificate and ID in person to be able to place an order for the replacement key, which could take between two and five days for delivery. The dealer will need to program the key in your vehicle to ensure that it functions properly. This can cost you a lot of money.