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How to Get a Citroen Key ReplacementCitroen the French automaker, is renowned for its futuristic approach. Its iconic 2CV model was built in 9 million variants from 1948 to 1990.Sometimes your keys or the remote fob can get out of sync with your vehicle and need to be reprogrammed. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians can assist you.Replacement Citroen Car KeysThe cost of a replacement Citroen key can differ based on the model of the vehicle. For instance, models that have more sophisticated features such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general our prices are up to 50% lower than the price of the primary dealer.We are able to supply new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. The keys are equipped with an embedded chip that connects to your car when you insert them into the lock. When the correct code is entered, the vehicle will be able to open. These keys are more secure and protect against thieves than other types.Prior to 1997 the majority of Citroen keys were mechanical switchesblade keys and did not need any programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be done within minutes on site. In the event of a lost key, a PIN code is required. It is typically hidden under a scratch-resistant panel that is located on the plastic “SECURITY CARD” the shape and size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. We can provide this quickly and you don’t have to visit a dealer!Since 2000, all Citroen vans and cars use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This kind of car key has to be programmed to the vehicle via an instrument for diagnosis. This process is very quick and simple to complete when the right tools are available.There are other options to program these Citroen keys, but they are not as safe and have greater chance of corrupting the information stored on the microchip. The best method to avoid this is to speak with one of our certified locksmiths who know how to use the tools correctly and have a deep understanding of the security system on your vehicle.Citroen Car Key ReplacementIf you’ve lost your Citroen car key or require a spare it can be a nightmare. Many people think they need to visit their dealer to obtain an exchange, but this isn’t always the situation. Cars are becoming more high-tech and that includes keys. A local locksmith can substitute a traditional car key but if you’re using a smart or remote key, you’ll need seek out a professional who has the right tools and knowledge.We are among one of the mobile companies that has the specialist equipment required to reprogram the latest Citroen keys. We can save your time and money by changing your Citroen keys. It could be more expensive to bring your Citroen into the dealership as they might need to reset the immobiliser, which can cost as much as PS1000.Since 1998, all Citroen models have transponder chips (philips fixed code type 33 or “T5”) in their keys that can be used to start the vehicle. The old’snap-in’ key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems come with a remote control fob that can lock and unlock the car from afar and turn off alarms with a touch a button. This is a significantly secure system, and only your specific key can operate it.In most cases replacing a key for this Citroen model is easy and can be done on site (including the case of a lost key). If citroen c1 key lose both keys to the car, it must be re-coded which involves taking the vehicle to our workshop.Citroen Car Key RepairCitroen’s vehicles are extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as along with the Xsara. All of them are equipped with transponder chips which can be used to begin the vehicle. If the correct PIN code received by the vehicle when the key was inserted it will send an immobiliser code and the engine will begin. This system is known as a “chip key” and is extremely secure.It is simple to replace these keys if you lose keys. You can obtain them from your local auto locksmith. The only issue is from 1998 onwards, Citroen vehicles utilised a different kind of chip (known as a ‘fiat’ type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these cases. In these instances, it is usually necessary to carry out a procedure called ‘eeprom work’ to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser to program a new key.This is a highly-specialized area of expertise, however we can offer this service from your home or office using our mobile workshop. This will avoid the hassle of going to the dealer, who is likely to charge you much more for this service. Dealers will also require you to present the V5 document and ID in person to be able to place an order for the replacement key, which can take between two and five days for delivery. Once you have the replacement key it must be programed to your specific vehicle to ensure it will work properly. This could be costly of money when you purchase a car from a dealer.