How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

citroen berlingo key fob not working is a French automobile manufacturer famous for its future-oriented designs. Its iconic 2CV model was made in 9 million versions from 1948 until 1990.

Sometimes, your keys or fob can get out of sync with your vehicle and have to be reset. 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 instance, higher-end models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace as they feature more advanced features. However, in general our prices are up to 50% less than those of the main dealer.

We are able to provide a new remote and transponder key for all Citroen models from 1998 until 2000. These keys contain a chip that communicates with your car when you insert them into the lock. When the correct code is received the vehicle will open. They keys are more secure than other types of keys for cars. They also serve as excellent deterrents for thieves.

Up to 1997 all Citroen keys were made using the mechanical switchblade key, and did not require programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be accomplished within minutes on site. Keys that are lost will require an PIN code that is usually hidden under a scratch panel on a security card made of plastic. It is that is similar to a credit card found in the wallet of the owner (see the image). We can give this quickly and without having to visit a dealer!

From 2000 onwards all Citroen cars and vans have a transponder (chip) that is contained in the key or remote fob. This type of car key needs to be programmed to the vehicle via a special diagnostic tool. This process is very quick and simple when the right tools are available.

There are other options to program these citroen car keys cut keys, however they are not as safe and have a higher risk of corrupting the microchip's information. The best way to avoid this is to call one of our professional locksmiths who are aware of how to operate the tools correctly and are knowledgeable about the security system of your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It can be a nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or need an extra. Many people believe they have to return to their dealer in order to get a replacement but this is not always the case. The keys of cars are also becoming more high-tech. A locksmith from your neighborhood can replace a standard car key, but if you have a smart or remote key, you'll need to seek out a professional who has the right tools and skills.

We are one of only a handful of mobile companies with the specialist equipment required to reprogram newer Citroen keys. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money as opposed to the main dealer. The process of taking your Citroen to a dealership could be expensive as they'll have to reset the immobiliser system which could cost up to 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. In contrast to the old style'snap-in key', this one simply opens the lock and activates the alarm. These modern key systems also have a remote fob which can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance and disable the alarm at the touch of one button. This is a more secure system and only your own keys can control it.

In most instances, replacing a key on this citroen ds3 car Key model is straightforward and can be done on site (including the case of a lost key). 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

citroen relay key's vehicles are extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as well as the Xsara. Each of these vehicles has transponder chips within the key blades which allow them to start the car If the correct PIN is detected by the vehicle when the key is inserted, it will respond with an immobiliser code, 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 usually very easy to get the replacement from your local auto locksmith. The only thing is that from 1998 onwards, the Citroen automobiles were equipped with a different type of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these instances. In these situations, it is often necessary to perform the procedure known as 'eeprom work to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program a new key.

This is a highly specialized area of expertise, but we can provide this service from your home or office with our mobile workshop. This will save you the trip to your dealer, who is likely to charge you much more for this service. You will need to bring your V5 and ID to the dealership to make an order for the replacement key. This could take up to five days. The dealer will need to program the key into your vehicle to ensure it is working correctly. This can cost you a lot of money.