Blog entry by Annis Gatliff
How to
Get a Citroen Key Replacement
Citroen is a French car maker that is famous for its future-oriented designs. The iconic 2CV was made in 9,000,000 versions between 1948 and 1990.
Sometimes your keys
or the remote fob may be out of sync with your vehicle and must
be reset. This can be done by a professional dealer or mobile
technicians.
Replacement Citroen Car Keys
The cost of replacing a citroen relay key fob programming key will vary based on the model of the vehicle. For instance, models that have more advanced features, such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. However, in general, our prices can be at least 50% less than those of the main dealer.
We are able to provide a new remote and transponder key for all Citroen model years from 1998 to 2000. They contain a chip that communicates with your car when you insert them into the lock. The car will unlock once the correct code has been received. These are more secure than other kinds of keys for cars. They also serve as a good deterrent for thieves.
Prior to 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys, and didn't require any programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be accomplished in just a few minutes on-site. Lost key situations will require a PIN code which is typically hidden beneath a scratched-out panel on a plastic 'SECURITY CARD' that is the size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner (see the image). We can provide this quickly and without having to visit a dealer!
From 2000 onwards, all Citroen automobiles and vans utilize a transponder (chip) contained within the key or remote fob. This type of car key has to be programmed to the vehicle via an instrument for diagnosis. If you've got the proper tools, this process can be easy and quick.
There are other methods available to program these Citroen keys but they are not as secure and carry the risk of destroying the microchip's information. The best method to avoid this is by contacting one of our locksmiths who are aware of how to use the tools correctly and will have a thorough understanding of the security system installed on your vehicle.
It's an absolute nightmare if you lose your citroen picasso key fob replacement key or require an additional. Many people believe they have to return to their dealer to get a replacement citroen key key, but it's not always the situation. Automobiles are becoming more advanced and this also includes their keys. While a local locksmith is able to make replacements for keys that are traditional to cars however, if you have a smart key or remote, you'll have to go to an expert locksmith with the proper tools and experience.
We are among a few mobile companies with the specific equipment needed to reprogram the newer Citroen keys. This lets us save you lots of time and money when compared to the main dealer. The process of taking your Citroen to the dealer can also be much more expensive as they'll have to reset the immobiliser system which could cost up to PS1000.
Since 1998 since 1998, all Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) which are used to start your car. The traditional "snap-in" keys only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems come with an electronic remote control that allows you to lock or unlock the car from a distance and disable alarms with the pressing of the button. This is a much more secure system, and only your unique keys are able to operate it.
In the majority of instances replacing a key on this citroen dispatch replacement key model is easy and can be done at the site (including the case of a lost key). However, when you lose both keys the car will require re-coding that requires taking the vehicle to our workshop.
Citroen Car Key Repair
The Citroen range is a very well-known range of vehicles that 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 when the correct PIN code is detected by the vehicle when the key is inserted, then it will respond to an immobiliser and the engine will start. This system is called"chip key" and is very secure "chip key" and is very safe.
If you lose one of these keys it is generally easy to find an replacement from your local auto-locksmith. Citroen cars from 1998 from the year 1998 use a different kind of chip, called a "fiat" type 33. This chip is more difficult to replace. In these cases, it is necessary to use a method known as 'eeprom-work' to obtain the most important data.
This is a highly-specialized field of expertise, but we can offer this service at your house or office using our mobile workshop. This saves you a trip to the dealer who is likely to charge an additional amount for this service. A dealer will also require the V5 document and ID in person to make an order for the replacement key which could take between two and five days for delivery. Once you've received the replacement key it must be programmed to the specific vehicle you own to allow it to operate correctly - this can be a significant amount of money at a dealership.