5 Laws That Can Help The Citroen Key Fob Industry

How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer known for being future-focused. Its iconic 2CV model was made in 9 million variants from 1948 to 1990.

Sometimes your keys or remote fob may be out of sync with your vehicle and must be reprogrammed. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians can assist you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of a replacement Citroen key can vary depending on the car model. For instance, higher-end models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace as they feature more advanced features. However, in general our prices could be as much as 50% lower than the prices of the main dealer.

We are able to supply new transponder and remote keys for all citroen key fob models from 1998 to 2000. They contain chips that communicate with your car when you insert them into the lock. When the correct code is entered, the vehicle will open. These keys are more secure and Citroen key replacement deter thieves than other types.

From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys used a mechanical switchblade key and did not require any programming. Making spare keys for these cars is very simple and can be accomplished on-site in a matter of minutes. In the event of losing a key, a PIN code is required. This is usually hidden under a scratch panel located on the plastic «SECURITY CARD» the size and shape of a credit-card kept in the owner’s wallet. We can supply this quickly and without having to visit a dealer!

From 2000 onwards, all citroen key replacement vehicles and vans are equipped with transponders (chip) contained within the remote fob or key. This type of key must be programmed into the vehicle with an instrument for diagnostics. If you’ve got the proper tools, this procedure is simple and quick.

There are other ways to program these Citroen keys, but they’re not as safe and have a higher risk of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. The best way to prevent this is to call one of our certified locksmiths who understand how to operate the tools correctly and are knowledgeable about the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It can be stressful if you have lost your Citroen key or require an extra. Many people think they need to visit their dealer for the replacement key, but this isn’t always the situation. The keys to cars are also becoming more advanced. While a locksmith in your neighborhood can usually make a replacement for keys that are traditional to cars, if yours is a remote or smart key you will need to visit a professional that has the right tools and training.

We are one of only one of the mobile companies that has the equipment needed to reprogram newer Citroen keys. This allows us to save you a significant amount of time and money over the main dealer. It could be more expensive to bring your Citroen to the dealer as they may have to reset the immobiliser. This could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen models have transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or «T5») in their keys. These chips can be used to start the vehicle. The old’snap-in’ key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems have an electronic remote control that allows you to lock or unlock the car from afar and deactivate alarms at the push of the button. This is a much more secure system, and only your unique keys are able to operate it.

In the majority of cases replacing a key on this Citroen model is straightforward and can be done at the site (including when keys are lost). When you lose both keys, the car needs to be re-coded. This will require that you bring your vehicle to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

Citroen’s entire range of vehicles is very popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as and the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips inside the key blades which allow them to start the car — in the event that the correct PIN is received by the vehicle when the key is inserted it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will be started. This system is called»chip key «chip key» and is extremely secure.

It is simple to replace these keys in the event that you lose the keys. You can purchase them from your local auto locksmith. Citroen cars that were manufactured from 1998 to date use a different type of chip, known as a «fiat» type 33. This type of chip is more difficult to replace. In these instances, it is necessary to carry out a process known as ‘eeprom-work’ to get the essential data.

This is a highly specialized area of expertise, however we can provide this service from your home or office using our mobile workshop. This avoids a trip to the dealer, who will likely charge you significantly more for this service. A dealer will also require you to show the V5 document and ID in person to be able to place the order for the replacement key, which can take between two and five days for delivery. The dealer will need to program the key to your vehicle to ensure that it works correctly. This can cost a lot of money.