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How to Use Your Citroen Key Fob Smartly
Many car owners don't realize that their key fobs come with some pretty cool features. These tricks are useful when you have to summon your vehicle such as Tesla, or to deter home intrusions.
Key fobs take lots of physical abuse, and they aren't impervious to destruction. It's fairly easy to repair an unusable keyfob.
Keyless Entry
Many modern vehicles are equipped with key fobs that allow owners to open and start their car without the need to insert a physical key into the ignition barrel. The keys are equipped with a transponder which transmits a coded message to the car. Only when the signal is right will the car start.
Certain key fobs include various features that owners might not be aware of, but could prove useful when they are needed. If your citroen key fob has stopped working, regardless of whether it was because of dropping it on the floor, which damaged the internal chip or simply because it has stopped working, there are some things you could try.
You should first check the battery of your key fob. This is often the root of many of the issues mentioned in the previous paragraphs, since a depleted or dead battery can prevent the key fob from sending its signals to the receiver module in the car. It is easy to replace the battery at home. Make sure there is no water damage on the key fob, as this could cause it to stop functioning. Once you have replaced the battery, re-installing the key fob into the ignition could help restore its functionality. It is also recommended to test all the buttons on the key fob for both lock and unlock functions.
Remote locking
If your remote does not respond when you press the unlock button on your key fob it could be because the battery is dead. If this is the case, the fob must be reprogrammed to work with your vehicle. The procedure is different for each model of car, however, it's generally the same. Before citroen berlingo key begin, test all the buttons on your fob to make sure none of them are broken.
Think about whether the key fob is likely to be damaged by blunt force, water or even circuit board scratches. You'll need to take apart the key fob to inspect its internal components. If the battery connector terminals are damaged or loose and you need to fix them, carefully putting them back into place may return your key fob back to operating condition.
Certain key fobs come with one "Panic Button". This button is intended to frighten thieves, especially if you are in a remote location like an underground parking garage. It's not 100% reliable but it will deter criminals who may try to steal your vehicle or break into your house. The panic button will emit an audible sound that will scare anyone near it.
Engine Start
It makes it easy to turn your car's engine on and off with the help of the key fob which is unique to you. The system ensures that the engine will only come on if your keyfob is in close proximity. This feature is especially useful in cold weather, as you can precool or heat your car at home.
If your car shows an error message saying "key not detected" Try placing the keyfob near the steering column, or on vehicles with more modern technology, place it in the central armrest bin, the dashboard or cupholder. It is then possible to use the keyfob to press START to begin the engine.
Reprogramming the Citroen key fob for locking and unlocking is pretty easy to do yourself. However, programming a key fob for push start is more complicated and requires specialist equipment and expertise. We are experts in this field and if you've lost the key fob you have or need assistance with getting it going get in touch with us.
Since 1998 all Citroen keys use transponders (also known as chips) and these need to be programmed. It can be more difficult to do this, particularly when keys are lost. However, we can still fix the majority of cars in the event that all keys are gone.
Battery Warning Light
If you notice a yellow/orange light with swirls appearing on your dashboard it could be the traction control system of Citroen. To fix the issue it is best to talk to a certified mechanic or Citroen dealer. This won't affect driving however it should be investigated as it may require a system service to solve the issue.
The key fob's battery warning icon on your dashboard may indicate that the battery in the key fob have very low levels. The batteries need to be replaced. This is easy and can be done on the road as most keys can be pried open to allow the replacement batteries to go in. These are typically the CR2025 or CR2032 3-Volt models that are sold at most electronics stores. You can watch YouTube videos or consult your owner's guide for more details.
Since 1998 since 1998, all Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponders which require programming into the vehicle. This is much simpler than in the past and we can program keys on-site. The key type of the past was a chip with fixed codes, much like the philips type 33. We can still make spare keys for these models, however they will need an appropriate key code to program them.