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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement Citroen is a French car manufacturer that is famous for its future-oriented designs. The iconic 2CV was made in 9,000,000 versions between 1948 and the year 1990. Your remote or keys may become out of sync and need to be programmed. This can be done at a dealer or our mobile technicians can help you. Replacement Citroen Car Keys The price of the cost of a Citroen replacement key can differ dependent on the model. For example, models with more advanced features, such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general, our prices can be up to 50% less than the prices of the main dealer. We can supply new transponder keys and remotes for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These keys are equipped with a chip inside that communicates with the car when you insert it into the lock. The car will be able to unlock when the correct code is received. These are more secure than other types of car keys and are excellent deterrents for thieves. Prior to 1997 in 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchblade keys and did not need any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be done in minutes on site. In the event of a lost key, you will need a PIN code which is typically hidden beneath the scratch panel of a security card made of plastic that is similar to an credit card inside the wallet of the owner (see picture). This can be obtained quickly by contacting us – no need to go to the dealer! From 2000 onwards, all Citroen cars and vans use a transponder (chip) contained within the remote fob or key. This type of key must be programmed into the vehicle using an exclusive diagnostic tool. This process is very quick and simple to complete with the right tools available. Other methods are available to program these Citroen key, but they are not as secure and are more at risk of corrupting information on the microchip. Contacting a locksmith from our network is the best way to stay clear of any problems. They'll know how to use the tools correctly and are familiar with the security features of your vehicle. Citroen Car Key Replacement It's a nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or need an additional. Many people believe they have to return to their dealer to get a replacement but this isn't always the case. The keys for cars are also becoming more high-tech. While a local locksmith can usually make a replacement for the traditional car keys however, if you have a smart or remote key, you'll need to see an expert who has the right equipment and skills. We are one of only a handful of mobile companies with the specialist equipment required to reprogram newer Citroen keys. TheKeyLab allows us to help you save time and money as opposed to the main dealer. It can be more expensive to take your Citroen to the dealer as they might need to reset the immobiliser, which can cost as much as PS1000. Since 1998, all Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or “T5” in the key) that are used to start your vehicle. The older “snap-in” key 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 disable alarms with the touch a button. This is a significantly secure system, and only your own key can operate it. Replacing a key for this style of Citroen is fairly simple and can be done on-site in the majority of cases (including keys that have been lost). If you lose both keys, the car has to be coded. This will require that you bring your vehicle to our workshop. Citroen Car Key Repair The Citroen range is a very popular line up of vehicles which includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All of them have transponder chips embedded in the blades of the keys that permit them to start the car – in the event that the correct PIN is received by the vehicle when the key is put in, it will respond with an immobiliser number and the engine will start. This system is known as”chip key “chip key” and is very safe. It is simple to replace these keys in the event that you lose keys. You can get them from your local auto locksmith. The only issue is that from 1998 onwards the Citroen automobiles used a different type of chip (known as a 'fiat' type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these instances. In these cases, it's usually necessary to carry out an operation known as 'eeprom work to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program the new key. This is a specific area of expertise, but with our mobile workshop and the latest equipment, we can perform this at your home or workplace. This avoids a trip to the dealer, who will likely charge you an additional amount for this service. A dealership will also require you to show your V5 certificate and ID in person to be able to make an order for the replacement key which can take between two and five working days to arrive. Once you have the replacement key it will have to be programmed to your particular vehicle to ensure it will function properly. This can be costly of money when you purchase a car from a dealer.