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Replacement Keys

It is best to contact an experienced auto locksmith when you've lost the sole Citroen key that you own and need a replacement. This is because it will help you save money and time. When you visit a dealer, you will be required to bring your vehicle to the dealership and show your identification documents to purchase the replacement key. The key will be delivered between two and five business days. You will need to return to the dealer to have your replacement Citroen keys programmed. This can be very expensive and time consuming.

Citroen provides a variety of key types, depending on the year and model of your vehicle. Some models use keys that open the door from an afar, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. The keys are fitted with a transponder that allows them to connect with the car. The chip embedded in the key must be programmed to work with your specific car.

A technician on the move will come to you and resynchronize your key to your vehicle. They will have the appropriate equipment needed to do this job and they won't cost you the same amount as a dealership would.

Transponder Chips

The transponder chip that is in your key is designed to avoid the hot-wiring of your vehicle. This is a typical method used by thieves to steal vehicles. If you own an ignition key that has a chip, it can deactivate your immobilizer when the wrong key was used to start the car. This technology is very effective in preventing car theft.

Transponder chips on your Citroen keys can sometimes get out of sync with your vehicle. It's important to store them in a secure place. If they're stolen or lost, a professional mobile locksmith can make use of the equipment they carry in their van to reprogram the new key so that it can be compatible with your car again. This will cost less than a dealership will charge for a new set of keys.

A transponder-equipped key will simplify your life if you like kayaking, fishing, or surfing. Instead of worrying about carrying a metal key with you in case you have to lock your car when you're on vacation, this type key is water-resistant and can be stored on your surfboard, fishing pole or kayak.

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Make sure you keep a spare key secure to ensure that they don't get lost. If you're prone to forgetting where you put something, place the spare key somewhere that is easy to remember (like your keychain). If you are struggling to remember where you have put things, consider buying a keyring in a bright color or pattern.

Prior to 1997, Citroen vehicles and vans didn't make use of transponders. Therefore, making a spare key is relatively simple and can be done on the spot. Any vehicles from 1998 onwards will have a transponder inside them that must be programmed to the vehicle's chassis. this requires specialist equipment.

If your Citroen keys to your car or van have been lost or stolen you'll need to visit the dealer with your V5 and ID to order replacement keys. Then they can take two to five days to arrive and will have to be programmed to your vehicle before you are able to drive it. We can cut and program replacement keys for you in a fraction of the time that it takes the dealership and at a lower cost.

We can also reprogram malfunctioning Citroen remote control (fob) keys that are easily out of sync with your vehicle. This is not something that can be handled by your local mechanic or garage However, our mobile technicians have the equipment in their vans that allow them to do this swiftly and efficiently.

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Pub: 22 Apr 2024 01:35 UTC
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