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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement Citroen is a French car manufacturer that is known for being future-focused. Its iconic 2CV was produced in 9,000,000 variations between 1948 and 1990. Sometimes your keys or the remote fobs may become out of sync with your vehicle and have to be reprogrammed. This can be done by a dealer, or our mobile technicians. Replacement Citroen Car Keys The price of the cost of a Citroen replacement key can vary dependent on the model. For instance, models that have more advanced features, such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. But, in general our prices are approximately 50% less than the prices of the main dealer. We can supply a new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 until 2000. These keys contain chips inside that communicate with the car when you insert them into the lock. When the right code is received, the vehicle will be able to open. These keys are more secure and prevent thieves from using them over other types. Prior to 1997 in 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys that did not require programming. Making spare keys for these vehicles is easy and can be done on the spot in just a few minutes. In the event of a lost key, a PIN number is required. This is usually hidden under a scratch-resistant panel that is located on the plastic “SECURITY CARD” the size and shape of a credit card kept in the owner's wallet. We can provide this quickly and without having to visit the dealer! From 2000 onwards, all Citroen cars and vans have transponders (chip) in the key or remote fob. The type of car key has to be programmed to the vehicle via a special diagnostic tool. This procedure is quick and simple to complete when the right tools are available. There are other options to program these Citroen keys, but they're not as secure and pose greater risk of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. Contacting one of our locksmiths is the best method to avoid any problems. They'll know how to use the tools properly and are knowledgeable about the security system of your vehicle. Citroen Car Key Replacement It can be an absolute nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or require a spare. Many people believe they have to visit their dealer for a replacement, but that isn't always the case. The keys to cars are also becoming more sophisticated. A local locksmith can replace a standard car key, but if you have a smart or remote key, you'll need consult a professional with the right tools and experience. We are one of the few mobile companies who have specialist equipment needed to reprogram newer Citroen keys to cars. This allows us to help you save time and money when compared to the main dealer. Going with your Citroen to the dealer can be more costly because they'll need to reset the immobiliser which could cost upwards of PS1000. Since 1998, all Citroen models are equipped with transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or 'T5') in their keys. These chips are used to turn on the vehicle. The old'snap-in' key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. citroen c1 replacement key cost have a remote that can lock and unlock your car from a distance and disable the alarm with the click of the button. This is a far more secure system that only your individual keys can control it. Replacing keys for this type of Citroen is quite straight forward and can be done on-site in the majority of cases (including keys that are lost). When you lose both keys, the car must be changed. This requires that you bring your 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. All of them are equipped with transponder chips which can be used to begin the vehicle. If the correct PIN code was received by the car after the key was inserted it will respond with a code for the immobiliser and the engine will begin. This is referred to as a “chip key” and is extremely secure. If you have lost one of these keys, it is typically simple to obtain an replacement from your local auto locksmith. The only problem is that from 1998 onwards the Citroen automobiles were equipped with a different type of chip (known as”fiat” type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these cases. In these cases it is usually necessary to carry out an operation known as 'eeprom work' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program a new key. This is a highly skilled area of expertise, however we can offer this service at your home or office with our mobile workshop. This can save you the hassle of going to your dealer, who is likely to cost you more for this service. Dealers will also require your V5 ID and V5 document in person to be able to make an order for the replacement key, which could take between two and five working days to arrive. The dealer will have to program the key to your vehicle to ensure it functions properly. This can cost you a significant amount of money.