How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

citroen c2 key the French automaker, is known for its innovative approach to future-oriented vehicles. Its iconic 2CV was produced in 9,000,000 variations between 1948 and 1990.

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

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of the cost of a Citroen replacement key can differ depending on the model. For instance, higher-end models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace because they are equipped with more advanced features. In general our prices are at least 50% less than those of the main dealer.

We are able to provide a new transponder keys and remotes for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. The keys have an electronic chip that communicates with your vehicle when you insert them into the lock. When the correct code is entered, the vehicle will open. These are more secure than other types of keys for cars. They are excellent deterrents for thieves.

Prior to 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys that did not need any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be completed in a matter of minutes on the spot. For lost keys, you'll need an PIN code that is typically hidden beneath the scratch panel of a security card made of plastic. It is that is similar to an credit card located in the owner's wallet (see image). This can be obtained quickly for you from us. There's no need to go to the dealer!

Since 2000, all citroen c1 replacement key cost vehicles and vans use a transponder chip (chip) embedded in the remote or key. This type of key must be programmed into the vehicle using a special diagnostic tool. This is a simple process and simple provided the proper tools are available.

Other methods are available to program the Citroen key, but they are less secure and are more at risk of damaging information stored on the microchip. The best method to avoid this is to call one of our locksmiths who are aware of how to use the tools in a safe manner and are knowledgeable about the security system of your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's a nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require a spare. Many people think they need to go back to their dealer in order to obtain a replacement. However, it's not always the situation. Cars are becoming increasingly high-tech and that includes keys. While a locksmith in your neighborhood will usually be able to create a replacement for traditional car keys but if it's a remote or smart key you will need to visit a professional that has the proper tools and experience.

We are one of only a handful of mobile companies with the necessary equipment to reprogram the newer Citroen keys. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money when compared to the main dealer. It is more expensive to bring your Citroen to the dealer because they might need to reset the immobiliser. This can cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen models have transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or "T5") in their keys that serve to start the vehicle. The old "snap in" key opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems come with an electronic remote control that can lock and unlock the car from afar and disable alarms at the press of a button. This is a far more secure system, and only your key is able to operate it.

Replacing the key for this model of Citroen is simple and can be accomplished on the spot in most cases (including keys that have been lost). If you lose both keys, your car will need to be coded. This requires that you bring the car to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

The Citroen range is a popular line up of vehicles, which includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All of them are equipped with transponder chips that can be used to begin the vehicle. If the correct PIN code received by the car after the key was inserted it will respond with an immobiliser code and the engine will begin. This is referred to as a chip key and is extremely secure.

If you lose one of these keys it is typically easy to find an replacement from your local auto locksmith. The only thing is that from 1998 onwards, the citroen c2 key vehicles utilised a different type of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these cases. In these situations, it is generally necessary to execute an operation called 'eeprom to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser to program the new key.

This is a highly specialised field of expertise, but we can offer this service from your home or office through our mobile workshop. This will eliminate the trip to your dealer, who is likely to charge you more for this service. A dealership will also require your V5 certificate and ID in person to be able to place the order for the replacement key which can take between two and five working days to arrive. Once you've received the replacement key it must be programed to your specific vehicle in order for it to operate correctly - this can again cost a considerable amount of money to a dealer.