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Replacement Keys
If you have lost your only Citroen car key and are looking for replacement, it's recommended that you go to a trusted auto locksmith. This is because it will help you save money and time. At a dealership, you will be required to bring your vehicle to the dealership and show your identification documents to order the replacement key. It will take between two and five days for the key to arrive. Once it does you must come back in to have the replacement Citroen key programmed into your car. This is a lengthy and costly process.
Citroen offers several different keys, based on the year and model of your vehicle. Some models have a key fob which unlocks doors from a distance, while others require that you insert it into the ignition in order to start your vehicle. The majority of keys have transponder chips that are used to connect with your car. G28CarKeys is embedded in the key and has to be programmed for your specific car.
A mobile technician will come to your location and re-synchronize your car key your car. They'll have the diagnostic equipment that is needed to accomplish this task and will not cost you nearly as much as a dealership would.
Transponder Chips
Transponder chips on your keys are designed to stop your vehicle from being hot-wired. This is a method commonly used by thieves to steal cars. If you have an ignition key that has a chip, it can deactivate your immobilizer if the incorrect key was used to start the car. This technology is extremely effective in preventing car theft.
Transponder chips on your citroen keys can sometimes get out of sync with your vehicle. It's essential to store them safely. If they're lost or stolen an expert mobile locksmith can make use of the equipment in their van to reprogram the new key so that it will work with your vehicle again. You will pay much less for this service than you would at a dealership.
If you are a fan of surfing, fishing, boating or kayaking, a key with transponder chip could make life easier. Rather than having to worry about carrying a metal key with you in the event you need to lock your vehicle while you're away, this type key is water-resistant and can be stored on your surfboard, fishing pole or kayak.
Keys lost or stolen
Keep a spare key in a place that is secure to ensure that they don't get lost. If you have a hard time remembering where you put things, consider putting the spare key in a place that is easy to spot (like on your keychain). If you're having trouble keeping track of items such as this, think about buying keys with a striking pattern or color so that it's easy to find.
Prior to 1997, Citroen vehicles and vans do not utilize transponders, therefore making a spare key is relatively easy and can be made on-site. Since 1998 all vehicles will be equipped with transponders that need to be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialist equipment.
If your Citroen keys for your van or car have been lost or stolen you'll have to visit the dealer with your V5 and ID to order replacement keys. The replacement keys can take between two to five days to arrive, and will have to be programmed into your vehicle before you can drive it. We can cut and program replacement keys for you in a fraction of the time required by the dealership, and at a cheaper price.
We can also reprogram damaged Citroen remote control (fob) keys which are easily out of synch with the vehicle. This is not something that can be handled by your local mechanic or garage but our mobile technicians have the equipment in their vans to accomplish this efficiently and quickly.