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Expert Advice On Citroen Key Fob From An Older Five-Year-Old
How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen, a French automaker, is well-known for its future-oriented approach. The iconic 2CV was manufactured in 9,000,000 versions between 1948 and the year 1990.

Sometimes, your keys or remote fobs can become out of sync with the vehicle and need to be reset. This can be done by a dealer or our mobile technicians.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The cost of replacing a Citroen key can vary depending on the type of vehicle. For instance, higher-end models like the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace because they feature more advanced features. In general, however our prices can be as much as 50% lower than the price of the primary dealer.

We can provide 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. The car will unlock once the correct code has been received. They keys are more secure than other kinds of car keys and are excellent deterrents for thieves.

Prior to 1997 in 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys and didn't require any programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be accomplished in minutes on site. In the event of a lost key, a PIN code is required. This is usually hidden under a scratch panel that is located on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the shape and size of a credit-card kept in the owner's wallet. It is possible to obtain this quickly for you from us. There is no need to go to the dealer!


Since 2000 the majority of Citroen automobiles and vans have transponder chips (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 easy provided the proper tools are available.

Other methods are available to program these Citroen keys, however they are less safe and are more at risk of corrupting information on the microchip. Contacting one of our locksmiths is the best method to avoid any problems. They'll know how to use the tools correctly and are well-versed in the security system in your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

If you've lost your Citroen car key, or simply require a spare key it can be an unending nightmare. Many people believe that they have go back to their dealer to get a replacement key, but it's not always the case. Automobiles are becoming more advanced and this also includes their keys. While a locksmith in your neighborhood is able to make replacements for the traditional car keys however, if you have an electronic or smart key you will need to visit an expert who has the proper tools and experience.

We are one of the few mobile businesses that use specialized equipment to re-program newer Citroen keys for cars. This allows us to help you save time and money over the main dealer. It could be more expensive to take your Citroen into the dealership as they may require reset of the immobiliser. This could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998 the majority of Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or 'T5" in the key) that are used to start your car. The newer models are not like the old fashioned'snap in key', this one simply opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems come with a remote fob that can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance. It can also deactivate the alarm at the push of one button. This is a significantly secure system, and only your unique keys are able to operate it.

Replacing keys for this type of Citroen is fairly simple and can be accomplished on-site in the majority of cases (including lost key situations). If you lose both keys, the car needs to be coded. This will require that you bring the car to our workshop.

citroen ds3 replacement key fob is a very well-known line of vehicles that includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips embedded in the key blades which allow them to start the car if the correct PIN code is received by the vehicle when the key is inserted, then it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will start. This is known as a "chip key" and is extremely secure.

If you lose one of these keys it is usually very easy to get a replacement from the local auto-locksmith. Citroen cars 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 required to carry out a process known as 'eeprom-work' in order to obtain the most important data.

This is a specific area of expertise but with our mobile workshop and expert equipment, we can complete this at your place of work or home. This will save you the hassle of going to the dealer, who is likely to charge you much 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 could take between two and five days to be delivered. Once you have the replacement key, it will need to be programmed to your particular vehicle in order for it to operate properly. This can be costly of money at a dealership.

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