Three Reasons To Identify Why Your Citroen Key Fob Isn't Working (And What You Can Do To Fix It)
How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement
Citroen is a French car maker that is well-known for its futuristic approach to manufacturing. The iconic 2CV model was made in 9 million versions between 1948 and 1990.
Your keys or remote can become out of sync and require programming. This can be done by a professional dealer or mobile technicians.
Replacement Citroen Car Keys
The cost of replacing a Citroen key can differ based on the model of the vehicle. For example, more expensive models such as the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace because they have more sophisticated features. In general our prices can be up to 50% less than the average dealer.
We are able to provide a new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 until 2000. These keys come with a chip inside that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. The car will unlock once the correct code has been received. These keys are more secure and protect against thieves than other keys.
From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys used a mechanical switchblade and did not require any programming. Making spare keys for these vehicles is very simple and can be completed at the site in just a few minutes. In the event of losing a key, a pin code is required. This is usually concealed beneath a scratch board placed on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. We can give this quickly - you don't need to visit the dealer!
Since 2000, all Citroen cars and vans have transponders (chip) contained within the key or remote fob. This type of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with an instrument for diagnostics. This process is very quick and easy to do with the right tools available.
There are other methods available to program these Citroen keys, but they're not as secure and carry greater risk of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. The best method to avoid this is to call one of our certified locksmiths who will know exactly how to use the tools in a safe manner and have a deep understanding of the security system installed on your vehicle.
www.g28carkeys.co.uk 's an absolute nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or need an additional. Many people believe that they need to go to their dealer to obtain a replacement, but that isn't always the situation. Car keys are also becoming more sophisticated. While a locksmith near you can usually make a replacement for traditional car keys If yours is a smart key or remote, you will need to visit an expert who has the right equipment and skills.
We are one of only one of a few mobile businesses with the necessary equipment to reprogram modern Citroen keys. This lets us save you a lot of time and money over the main dealer. The process of taking your Citroen to the dealership can be costly since they'll have to reset the immobiliser which could cost upwards of PS1000.
Since 1998 the majority of Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or 'T5" in the key) which are used to start your vehicle. The older "snap-in" key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems also come with a remote fob that can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance. It can also deactivate the alarm with the click of the button. This is a much more secure system that only your individual keys can control it.
In the majority of instances replacing a key for this Citroen model is simple and is done at the site (including when keys are lost). If you do lose both keys the car needs to be re-coded which involves taking the vehicle to our workshop.
Citroen Car Key Repair
Citroen's line of vehicles is very well-known. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as well as the Xsara. Each of these vehicles is equipped with transponder chips that can be used to begin the vehicle. If the correct PIN is entered by the car after the key was inserted it will respond with a code for the immobiliser and the engine will start. This is referred to as a chip key and is extremely secure.
If you lose one of these keys it's usually easy to obtain a replacement from your local auto-locksmith. Citroen cars made from 1998 to date use a different type of chip, called a "fiat" type 33. This chip is more difficult to replace. In these cases it is often necessary to perform a procedure called 'eeprom work' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program the new key.
This is a highly-specialized field of expertise, but we can provide this service from your home or office using our mobile workshop. This will eliminate the trip to your dealer, who is likely to charge you much more for this service. A dealership will also require you to present your V5 certificate and ID in person to make an order for the replacement key, which can take between two and five days for delivery. Once you have the replacement key, it will need to be programmed to your particular vehicle to allow it to function properly. This can be costly of money at a dealership.