How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer famous for its future-oriented designs. The iconic 2CV model was produced in 9 million variations between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes your keys or the remote fob may be out of sync with your vehicle and must be reprogrammed. This can be done at a dealer or our mobile technicians can do it for you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a replacement Citroen key can vary depending on the type of vehicle. For instance, models with more sophisticated features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. However, generally speaking, our prices are as much as 50% cheaper than that of the main dealer.

We can supply new transponder keys and remotes for all citroen ds3 key fob replacement models from 1998 to 2000. These keys are equipped with an internal chip that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. If the correct code is received, the vehicle will open. They keys are more secure than other types of car keys and are a great deterrent for thieves.

From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys used the mechanical switchblade key, and did not require programming. Making spare keys for these vehicles is very simple and can be done at the site in a matter of minutes. For lost keys, you'll need a PIN code which is typically hidden beneath a scratch panel on a plastic 'SECURITY CARD' that is the size of an credit card kept in the wallet of the owner (see picture). It can be obtained quickly from us. No need to visit the dealer!

Since 2000, all citroen c4 key fob replacement cars and vans have transponders (chip) contained within the remote fob or key. This kind of key has to be programmed into the vehicle using an specialized diagnostic tool. If you've got the right tools, this process can be easy and quick.

There are alternative methods to program these Citroen keys, however they are not as secure and pose a higher risk of corrupting the microchip's data. The best way to avoid this is to speak with one of our professional locksmiths who know how to operate the tools correctly and have a deep understanding of the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It can be a nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require 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 case. The keys of cars are also becoming more sophisticated. While a locksmith in your neighborhood can usually make a replacement key for citroen berlingo van for car keys that are conventional but if it's a remote or smart key you'll need to consult an expert who has the proper tools and experience.

We are one of the few mobile businesses that have specialist equipment needed to re-program modern citroen dispatch key fob replacement keys for cars. This lets us help you save time and money compared to the main dealer. It is more expensive to take your Citroen to the dealer as they might need to reset the immobiliser, which can cost as much as PS1000.

From 1998 all Citroen models are equipped with transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or T5) inside their keys which are used to start the vehicle. The traditional "snap-in" keys only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems have a remote fob which can lock and unlock your car from a distance and deactivate the alarm at the push of one button. This is a far more secure system, and only your key is able to operate it.

In most instances replacing a key on this Citroen model is straightforward and can be done at the site (including the case of a lost key). If you have lost both keys, the vehicle will require re-coding that requires taking the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's range of vehicles is very popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as and the Xsara. All of these cars have transponder chips within the key blades which allow them to start the car in the event that the correct PIN is received by the vehicle when the key is inserted, it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will begin. This is known as"chip key" and is very secure "chip key" and is extremely secure.

It is simple to replace these keys if you lose the keys. You can purchase them from your local auto locksmith. The only issue is from 1998 onwards, Citroen vehicles utilised a different style of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these situations. In these situations, it is usually necessary to carry out an operation called 'eeprom to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program a new key.

This is a highly specialised area of expertise, however we can offer this service from your home or office with our mobile workshop. This avoids a trip to the dealer, who is likely to charge much more for this service. Dealers will also require you to present the V5 document and ID in person to be able to place the order for the replacement key which could take between two and five working days to arrive. Once you've received the replacement key it must be programmed to your particular vehicle to allow it to function properly. This can be costly of money at a dealership.