How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement
Citroen the French automaker, is known for its innovative approach to future-oriented vehicles. Its iconic 2CV model was produced in 9 million versions from 1948 until 1990.
Sometimes your keys or the remote fob can get out of sync with the vehicle and must be reset. This can be done by a professional dealer or mobile technicians.
Replacement Citroen Car Keys
The cost of a replacement Citroen key can vary depending on the car model. For example, models with more sophisticated features such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. But, in general our prices can be up to 50% lower than those of the main dealer.
We can provide new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 until 2000. The keys have a chip that communicates with your vehicle when you insert them into the lock. When the right code is received, the vehicle will open. These keys are more secure and deter thieves more than other types.
Prior to 1997 in 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys, 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 number is required. It is typically concealed beneath a scratch board placed on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit-card kept in the wallet of the owner. We can provide this quickly and without having to visit the dealer!
Since 2000 the majority of Citroen automobiles and vans have transponder chips (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This type of car key needs to be programmed to the vehicle via an instrument for diagnosis. This procedure is quick and simple if the correct tools are available.
There are other ways to program these Citroen keys, but they're not as secure and carry greater risk of corrupting the microchip's data. The best method to avoid this is to call one of our professional locksmiths who know how to operate the tools properly and have a deep understanding of the security system of your vehicle.
Citroen Car Key Replacement
If you've lost your Citroen car key, or simply need a spare one it could be an unending nightmare. Many people believe they have to return to their dealer in order to get a replacement but this isn't always the situation. Car keys are also becoming more technological. While a locksmith in your neighborhood is usually able to make a replacement for the traditional car keys If yours is a smart key or remote, you will need to visit an expert who has the right equipment and skills.
We are one of only a handful of mobile companies with the necessary equipment to reprogram the latest Citroen keys. We can save you time and money by changing the program of your Citroen car keys. It can be more expensive to bring your Citroen to a dealer, as they might need to reset the immobiliser, which can cost as much as PS1000.
Since 1998, all Citroen models use transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or "T5") in their keys that can be used to start the vehicle. The older "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 car from a distance, and then deactivate the alarm with the click of a button. This is a much more secure system, and only your unique keys can operate it.
Replacing a key for this style of Citroen is quite straight forward and can be accomplished on-site in the majority of cases (including key loss situations). When you lose both keys, the car must be re-coded. This will require that you bring your vehicle to our workshop.
Citroen Car Key Repair
Citroen's line of vehicles is extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as well as the Xsara. All of them have transponder chips inside the key blades that allow them to start the car - If the correct PIN is recognized by the vehicle when the key is inserted, then it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will start. This system is known as a 'chip key' and is extremely secure.
It is easy to replace these keys in the event that you have lost keys. You can get them from your local auto locksmith. The only problem is that from 1998 onwards, Citroen automobiles were equipped with a different style of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these situations. In these instances, it is necessary to execute a procedure referred to as 'eeprom-work' in order to retrieve the crucial data.
This is a specific area of expertise, but with our mobile workshop and expert equipment, we are able to do this in your home or office. citroen xsara picasso key fob replacement will eliminate the hassle of going to your dealer, who is likely to charge you much more for this service. You'll need to bring your V5 and ID with you to the dealer to place an order for the replacement key. It could take up to five days. Once you've received the replacement key it will have to be programmed to your specific vehicle so that it can operate correctly - this can again cost a considerable amount of money to a dealer.
