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Replacement Keys

If you have lost your one Citroen car key and are looking for a replacement, it is recommended to contact a trusted auto locksmith. It will save you both time and money. You will need to bring your car to the dealership, and present your identification documents to receive a replacement key. It will take between two and five days for the key to be delivered. When it arrives then you'll have to return to the store to get the replacement Citroen key programmed to your car. This can be very expensive and time-consuming.

There are a variety of Citroen keys, depending on the year and model your vehicle is. Some models feature keys that open the door at a distance, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. These keys come with a transponder that enables them to communicate with your car. g28carkeys.co.uk is embedded into the key and must be programmed to your specific car.

A mobile technician will come to your place and re-synchronize the keys with your car. They will have the appropriate diagnostic equipment that is needed for this job and won't cost you nearly as much as a dealership would.

Transponder Chips

Transponder chips in your keys are designed to protect your vehicle from being hot-wired. This is a common method used by car thieves to steal vehicles. If you have a transponder key the chip inside will shut down the immobilizer in your vehicle if the wrong key is used to start it. This technology is extremely effective in preventing auto theft.

The transponder chips inside your citroen keys could be out of sync with your vehicle at times, so it's important to keep them safe. If they're stolen or lost an expert mobile locksmith can use the equipment inside their van to reprogram your new key to be compatible with your car again. This will cost you far less than a dealer will charge for a new set of keys.

If you are a fan of fishing, surfing, or kayaking, an ignition key that has transponder chip could make your life much easier. This type of key can be placed in your fishing or surfboard pole if there is no need to carry a key made of metal with you.

Keys stolen or lost

The best way to ensure that you don't risk losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare somewhere safe. If you're likely to forget where you put something away, consider putting the spare key somewhere that's easy to remember (like your keychain). If you find it difficult to remember where you have put things, you can try purchasing the keyring in a striking colour or pattern.

Prior to 1997, Citroen vehicles and vans did not utilize transponders, therefore making a spare key is relatively easy and can be made on site. The vehicles that were manufactured from 1998 and onwards will have a transponder within them, which needs to be programmed to the chassis of the vehicle and this requires specialized equipment.

If your Citroen keys for your van or car have been lost or stolen you'll need to visit the dealer with your V5 and ID to request replacement keys. They could take up to five days to arrive and need to be programmed into your vehicle before they can be used. We can cut and program replacement keys for you in less time required by the dealership and at a cheaper price.

We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the equipment to accomplish this task quickly and effectively.