5 Laws That Will Help The Citroen Key Fob Industry

How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French car maker that is well-known for its futuristic approach to manufacturing. Its iconic 2CV model was made in 9 million versions between 1948 and 1990.

Your keys or remote can become out of sync and need to be programmed. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians can do it for you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of a replacement Citroen key can vary depending on the model of the vehicle. For instance, more expensive models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may be more expensive to replace since they come with more advanced features. In general, however our prices are up to 50% lower than those of the main dealer.

We can supply new transponder and remote keys for all citroen relay key models from 1998 to 2000. These types of keys have an internal chip that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. The car will unlock once the correct code has been received. They are more secure than other kinds of car keys and are an effective deterrent to thieves.

Up to 1997 all Citroen keys used the mechanical switchblade key, and did not require any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be done in minutes on site. Lost key situations will require the use of a PIN code, which is usually hidden under a scratch panel on a plastic 'SECURITY CARD' that is similar to a credit card kept in the wallet of the owner (see image). This can be obtained quickly from us. No need to go to the dealer!

Since 2000 the majority of Citroen vans and cars use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the remote or key. This type of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with an exclusive diagnostic tool. If you've got the proper tools, this procedure is quick and simple.

Other methods are available to program the Citroen keys, but they are not as secure and carry a higher risk of corrupting information on the microchip. The best method to avoid this is to call one of our certified locksmiths who are aware of how to operate the tools properly and have comprehensive knowledge of the security system of your vehicle.

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It can be an absolute nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require an extra. Many people believe they have to go to their dealer to obtain an exchange, but this isn't always the case. The keys to cars are also becoming more sophisticated. While a locksmith near you is able to make replacements for traditional car keys but if it's a smart key or remote, you'll have to go to an expert with the right tools and training.

We are one of only a handful of mobile companies with the specialist equipment required to reprogram modern Citroen keys. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money over the main dealer. It could be more expensive to bring your citroen xsara picasso key fob into the dealership as they may need to reset the immobiliser. This could cost up to PS1000.

From 1998 all Citroen models have transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or T5) inside their keys, which serve to start the vehicle. The old'snap-in' key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems also have a remote fob which can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance and deactivate the alarm at the touch of a button. This is a significantly secure system, and only your own key can operate it.

Replacing keys for this type of Citroen is quite straight forward and can be done at the site in the majority of instances (including keys that are lost). If you do lose both keys, the car will require re-coding which involves taking the vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen's range of vehicles is extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as well as the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips embedded in the key blades which allow them to start the car - when the correct PIN code is detected by the vehicle when the key is put in, then it will respond with an immobiliser code, and the engine will begin. This is referred to as a chip key and is extremely secure.

It is easy to replace these keys if you lose the keys. They can be purchased from your local auto locksmith. Citroen automobiles from 1998 and from the year 1998 use a different kind of chip, known as a "fiat" type 33. This chip is more difficult to replace. In these instances, it is usually necessary to carry out an operation called 'eeprom' to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser to program an entirely new key.

This is a niche field of expertise, but thanks to our mobile workshop and specialized equipment, we can perform this at your place of work or home. This will avoid the trip to the dealer who will charge you more for this service. You'll have to bring your V5 and ID with you to the dealership to place an order for the replacement key for citroen c1 key. This could take up to five days. The dealer will have to program the key to your vehicle to ensure that it functions properly. This can cost you a lot of money.