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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

citroen dispatch key fob programming is a French car manufacturer that is famous for its future-oriented designs. The iconic 2CV was made in 9,000,000 versions between 1948 and the year 1990.

Your remote and keys can be out of sync and need to be programmed. This can be done by a dealer or our mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of replacing a Citroen key can differ based on the type of vehicle. 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% less than the prices of the main dealer.

We can provide new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen model years from 1998 to 2000. These keys contain an embedded chip that communicates with the car when you insert it into the lock. If the correct code is entered, the vehicle will open. They keys are more secure than other kinds of car keys and are a great deterrent for thieves.

Prior to 1997, all Citroen keys used a mechanical switchblade and did not require any programming. Making spare keys for these vehicles is very straight forward and can be done on the spot in a matter of minutes. For lost keys, you'll need the use of 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 located in the owner's wallet (see picture). We can give this swiftly - you don't even need to visit the dealer!

From 2000 onwards all Citroen cars and vans have transponders (chip) that is contained in the remote fob or key. The type of car key has to be programmed to the vehicle via an instrument for diagnosis. This is a simple process and easy to do if the correct tools are available.

There are other options to program these Citroen keys, but they are not as safe and have greater risk of corrupting the microchip's data. The best method to avoid this is to call one of our qualified locksmiths who know how to operate the tools correctly and are knowledgeable about the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

If you've lost your citroen berlingo key replacement car key or just require a spare key it could be a nightmare. Many people believe that they have to visit their dealer to obtain a replacement, but this isn't always the situation. The keys to cars are also becoming more sophisticated. While a locksmith in your neighborhood will usually be able to create a replacement for the traditional car keys but if it's a smart key or remote, you'll need to consult a professional that has the right tools and training.

We are one of the few mobile companies who have the equipment required to reprogram the latest citroen berlingo key fob keys to cars. This allows us to save you a lot of time and money compared to the main dealer. Driving your Citroen to a dealership could be more costly because they'll need to reset the immobiliser system, which could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) that are used to begin your vehicle. Unlike old style 'snap in key', this one simply opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems have a remote that can lock and unlock your car from a distance and disable the alarm at the push of one button. This is a much more secure system and only your own keys can operate it.

Replacing keys for this model of citroen c5 key fob is a simple process and can be done at the site in the majority of instances (including keys that have been lost). If you do lose both keys to the car, it must be re-coded that requires taking the vehicle 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. Each of these vehicles is equipped with transponder chips that can be used to begin the vehicle. If the correct PIN code was received by the car after the key was inserted it will send a code for the immobiliser and the engine will begin. This is referred to as a "chip key" and is very safe.

It is simple to replace these keys if you have lost keys. You can get them from your local auto locksmith. Citroen cars that were manufactured from 1998 to date use a different type of chip, called a "fiat" type 33. This type of chip is more difficult to replace. In these cases, it's generally necessary to execute a procedure called 'eeprom work to extract the key information 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 complete this in your home or office. This will eliminate the hassle of going to your dealer, who is likely to cost you more for this service. A dealer will also require you to show your V5 ID and V5 document in person to be able to place an order for the replacement key which can take between two and five days to arrive. The dealer will have to program the key in your vehicle to ensure it works correctly. This can cost you a significant amount of money.