How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen is a French car maker that is known for being future-focused. Its iconic 2CV model was built in 9 million variants from 1948 to 1990.

Sometimes your keys or the remote fobs can become out of sync with the vehicle and have to be reset. This can be done at a dealer or our mobile technicians are able to do it for you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of a Citroen replacement key can differ according to the model. For instance, models with more advanced features, such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. However, in general, our prices are approximately 50% lower than that of the main dealer.

We can supply a new remote and transponder key for all Citroen model years 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 be able to unlock when the correct code has been received. They keys are more secure than other kinds of keys for cars. They are an effective deterrent to thieves.

From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys used a mechanical switchblade key and did not require any programming. Making spare citroen car keys keys for these cars is simple and can be done at the site in a matter of minutes. Keys that are lost will require a PIN code which is typically hidden beneath the scratch panel of a security card made of plastic that is the size of a credit card that is located in the owner's wallet (see image). It can be obtained fast from us. No need to visit the dealer!

Since 2000 the majority of Citroen vehicles and vans use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This type of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with an exclusive diagnostic tool. If you have the appropriate tools, this process can be simple and quick.

Other methods are available for programming these Citroen keys, but they are not as secure and have a higher chance of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. The best way to avoid this is to contact one of our professional locksmiths who are aware of how to use the tools in a safe manner and have a deep understanding of the security system installed on your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's stressful if you have lost your citroen c3 replacement key key or require an additional. Many people believe that they need to go to their dealer for a replacement, but this isn't always the situation. The keys to cars are also becoming more high-tech. While a local locksmith is usually able to make a replacement for car keys that are conventional but if it's a smart or remote key, you'll need to see an expert with the proper tools and experience.

We are among the few mobile companies that use specialized equipment to re-program modern Citroen keys to cars. This allows us to save you lots of time and money when compared to the main dealer. It could be more expensive to bring your Citroen to the dealer as they may need to reset the immobiliser. This could cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998, all Citroen models use transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or 'T5') in their keys. These chips are used to start the vehicle. The traditional "snap-in" keys only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems come with an electronic remote control that allows you to lock or unlock the car from a distance and turn off alarms with a touch a button. This is a significantly secure system, and only your unique key can operate it.

Replacing keys for this model of citroen relay key is quite straight forward and can be accomplished on-site in the majority of cases (including keys that have been lost). If you have lost both keys, the vehicle must be re-coded which involves taking the vehicle to our workshop.

citroen xsara picasso key fob 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 these vehicles have transponder chips in the key blades that allow them to start the car - when the correct PIN code is detected by the vehicle when the key is put in, it will respond with an immobiliser code, and the engine will begin. This system is known as a chip key and is extremely secure.

If you have lost one of these keys, it is generally easy to get the replacement from your local auto locksmith. The only thing is that from 1998 onwards, Citroen automobiles used a different kind of chip (known as a 'fiat' type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these instances. In these cases it is required to use a method known as 'eeprom-work' in order to retrieve the crucial information.

This is a specific area of expertise, but with our mobile workshop and specialized equipment we can do this at your workplace or at home. This will eliminate the trip to the dealer, who is likely to charge you more for this service. A dealer will also require you to present your V5 document and ID in person to make an order for the replacement key, which can take between two and five days to arrive. Once you've received the replacement key it will have to be programed to your specific vehicle to ensure it will operate properly. This can again cost a considerable amount of money at a dealer.