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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 model was built in 9 million variants from 1948 until 1990.
Sometimes your keys or remote fobs may become out of sync with your vehicle and must be reset. This can be done at a dealer or our mobile technicians can do it for you.
Replacement Citroen Car Keys
The price of a replacement Citroen key will vary based on the type of vehicle. For instance, more expensive models like the Xsara Picasso and Berlingo may cost more to replace as they come with more advanced features. In general our prices are up to 50% less than the average dealer.
We can supply new remote and transponder keys for all Citroen models from 1998 to 2000. These types of keys have a chip inside that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. The car will be unlocked when the correct code has been received. They are more secure than other types of car keys and are a great deterrent for thieves.
Prior to 1997, all Citroen keys used a mechanical switchblade and did not require any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be accomplished within minutes on site. Lost key situations will require an PIN code that is typically hidden beneath a scratch panel on a security card made of plastic. It is that is similar to a credit card found in the wallet of the owner (see picture). We can provide this very swiftly - you don't even need to visit a dealer!

Since 2000 the majority of Citroen vehicles and vans use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the remote or key. This type of key has to be programmed to the vehicle using a specific diagnostic tool. If you've got the right tools, the process is quick and simple.
There are alternative methods to program these Citroen keys but they are not as secure and pose greater risk of corrupting the microchip's information. Contacting our locksmiths is the best way to avoid any issues. They will be able to use the tools correctly and are familiar with the security features of your vehicle.
Citroen Car Key Replacement
It's difficult to deal with if you misplace your Citroen key or need a spare. Many people think they need to go to their dealer to obtain an exchange, but this isn't always the case. Cars are becoming more high-tech and this also includes their keys. Locksmiths in your area can replace a traditional car key but if you're using a smart or remote key, you'll need to find a professional with the right tools and expertise.
We are one of only a few mobile companies with the specialist equipment required to reprogram the newer Citroen keys. This lets us save you a lot of time and money when compared to the main dealer. G28 may be more expensive to bring your Citroen to a dealer, as they may require reset of the immobiliser. This can cost up to PS1000.
Since 1998 in all Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or 'T5" in the key) which are used to turn on your vehicle. Unlike old style 'snap in key' that opens the lock and activates the alarm. Modern key systems feature a remote control fob which can lock and unlock the car from a distance and disable alarms with the touch a button. This is a more secure system and only your personal keys can operate it.
In most cases replacing keys on this Citroen model is easy and can be done at the site (including in the event of a lost key). If you lose both keys, the car will require re-coding that requires taking the vehicle to our workshop.
Citroen Car Key Repair
Citroen's range of vehicles is extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as along with the Xsara. All of these vehicles are equipped with transponder chips which can be used to start the vehicle. If the correct PIN code is received by the car when the key was inserted it will respond with an immobiliser code and the engine will begin. This is referred to as a "chip key" and is very secure.
If you lose one of these keys it is usually very easy to find an replacement from the local auto-locksmith. The only thing is that since 1998, the Citroen vehicles were equipped with a distinct kind of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these situations. In these situations it is necessary to execute a procedure referred to as 'eeprom' to retrieve the crucial data.
This is a specific field of expertise, but thanks to our mobile workshop and specialist equipment, we can complete this at your place of work or home. This avoids a trip to the dealer, who is likely to charge significantly more for this service. A dealership will also require you to show your V5 document and ID in person 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 so that it can operate correctly - this can again cost a considerable amount of money to a dealer.