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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer known for being future-focused. The iconic 2CV was made in 9,000,000 variants between 1948 and 1990.

Your keys or remote can be out of sync, and Citroen car key replacement require programming. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians can do it for you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

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

We can provide new remote and transponder keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These keys come with chips inside that communicate with the car when you insert them into the lock. The vehicle will unlock when the correct code has been received. These keys are more secure and prevent thieves from using them over other keys.

In the years prior to 1997, all Citroen keys were made using a mechanical switchblade and did not require programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be accomplished in minutes on site. In the event of losing a key, a PIN code is required. This is usually concealed beneath a scratch board found on the plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit-card that is kept in the owner's wallet. We can provide this swiftly - you don't even need to visit a dealer!

From 2000 onwards, all Citroen vehicles and vans are equipped with a transponder (chip) that is contained in the remote fob or Citroen Car Key Replacement key. This type of car key needs to be programmed to the vehicle via a special diagnostic tool. This is a simple process and easy to do when the right tools are available.

There are alternative methods to program these Citroen keys, however they are not as safe and have greater chance of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. The best way to prevent this is to contact one of our qualified locksmiths who understand how to operate the tools properly and are knowledgeable about the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

If you've lost your Citroen car key or require a spare key, it can feel like an unending nightmare. Many people think that they need to go to their dealer for a replacement, but that isn't always the case. The keys to cars are also becoming more sophisticated. A locksmith from your neighborhood can replace a traditional car key but if you're using a smart or remote key, you'll have to find a professional with the right tools and expertise.

We are one of the few mobile businesses that have specialist equipment needed to re-program newer citroen ds3 key fob keys for cars. This lets us save you a lot of time and money over the main dealer. It is more expensive to bring your Citroen to the dealer as they may have to reset the immobiliser, which can cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen models have transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or T5) inside their keys, which are used to start the vehicle. Unlike old style 'snap in key', this one simply opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems feature an electronic remote control that allows you to lock and unlock the car from a distance and deactivate alarms at the press of a button. This is a more secure system and only your personal keys can control it.

Replacing the key for this model of Citroen is a simple process and can be done on site in most cases (including lost key situations). However, if you lose both keys to the car, it will need to be re-coded which involves taking the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

The Citroen range is a well-known range of vehicles which includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. Each of these vehicles has transponder chips in the blades of the keys that permit them to start the car if the correct PIN code is received by the vehicle when the key is inserted it will respond with an immobiliser code and the engine will be started. This system is known as a chip key and is extremely secure.

It is simple to replace these keys if you have lost the keys. You can get them from your local auto locksmith. The only problem is that from 1998 onwards, the Citroen vehicles utilised a different type of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these situations. In these cases it is usually necessary to carry out a procedure called 'eeprom work' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program the new key.

This is a highly skilled area of expertise, however we can provide this service at your home or office through our mobile workshop. This can save you the hassle of going to the dealer, who is likely to charge you much more for this service. A dealer will also require your V5 document and ID in person to place the order for the replacement key which could take between two and five working days to arrive. The dealer will have to program the key into your vehicle to ensure it works correctly. This could cost you a significant amount of money.