How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French car maker that is well-known for its futuristic approach to manufacturing. The 2CV, the iconic model, was built in 9,000,000 variations between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes your keys or remote fob may be out of sync with the vehicle and require to be reprogrammed. This can be done by a professional dealer or mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a Citroen replacement key will vary depending on the model. For instance, models with more advanced features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. However, in general our prices could be at least 50% less than the prices of the main dealer.

We can supply new remote and transponder keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These keys contain a chip that communicates with your vehicle when you insert them into the lock. If the right code is received, the car will be opened. These keys are more secure than other types of car keys and are an effective deterrent to thieves.

Up to 1997 all Citroen keys were made using the mechanical switchblade key, and did not require any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be accomplished in a matter of minutes on the spot. In the event of a lost key, a pin code is required. It is typically hidden under a scratch panel placed on the plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit-card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. We can provide this very quickly - you don't need to visit the dealer!

Since 2000 the majority of Citroen vehicles and vans use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This kind of car key must be programmed to the vehicle via a specific diagnostic tool. This is a simple process and simple to complete if the correct tools are available.

Other methods are available for programming these Citroen keys, however they are not as secure and carry a higher chance of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. The best method to avoid this is by contacting one of our certified locksmiths who know how to use the tools in a safe manner and Citroen Car Key Replacement are knowledgeable about the security system installed on your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's an absolute nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require an extra. Many people believe that they need go back to their dealer in order to obtain a replacement, but it's not always the situation. Cars are becoming increasingly high-tech and this includes keys. While a locksmith at your local will usually be able to create a replacement for traditional car keys however, if you have an electronic or smart key you'll have to go to an expert who has the right equipment and skills.

We are among the few mobile businesses that have specialist equipment needed to re-program newer citroen c3 key fob keys for cars. We can save you time and money by programming your citroen replacement key cost car keys. Taking your Citroen to a dealership could be more costly because they'll need to reset the immobiliser, which could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all citroen c3 key fob models have transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or 'T5') in their keys. These chips are used to start the vehicle. The older "snap-in" key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems have a remote fob which can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance, and then deactivate the alarm with a touch of the button. This is a much more secure system and only your key is able to operate it.

Replacing keys for this model of Citroen is simple and can be accomplished on site in most cases (including keys that are lost). If you lose both keys, the car needs to be coded. This requires that you bring your vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

The Citroen range is a very popular line of vehicles which includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All of these cars are equipped with transponder chips which can be used to start the vehicle. If the correct PIN is entered by the car when the key was put in, it will send an immobiliser code and the engine will start. This is referred to as a "chip key" and is extremely secure.

It is easy to replace these keys in the event that you have lost them. You can purchase them from your local auto locksmith. Citroen cars from 1998 onwards have a different kind of chip called a "fiat" type 33. This type of chip is more difficult to replace. In these instances it is required to carry out a process known as 'eeprom work' to extract the key information.

This is a highly specialized area of expertise, however we can offer this service at your home or office with our mobile workshop. This will avoid the trip to your dealer, who is likely to charge you more for this service. You will require your V5 and ID to the dealer to place an order for a replacement key. This could take up to five days. Once you've got the replacement key it will be needed to be programed to your specific vehicle to ensure it will work properly. This could be a significant amount of money at a dealer.