How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen, a French automaker, is well-known for its future-oriented approach. Its iconic 2CV model was produced in 9 million variations between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes your keys or remote fobs may become out of sync with your vehicle and need to be reset. This can be done at a dealership or our mobile technicians are able to assist you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of the cost of a Citroen replacement key may vary according to the model. For instance, models that have more sophisticated features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general, however our prices can be up to 50% lower than the average dealer.

We can supply new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen models from 1998 until 2000. These keys come with a chip inside that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. When the correct code is received the vehicle will open. They are more secure than other kinds of keys for cars and are excellent deterrents for thieves.

Prior to 1997, all Citroen keys were mechanical switchesblade keys and didn't require any programming. Making spare citroen car keys keys for these vehicles is very straight forward and can be accomplished at the site in just a few minutes. In the event of a lost key, a pin code is required. This is usually hidden beneath a scratch panel placed on a plastic "SECURITY CARD" the size and shape of a credit-card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. This can be obtained quickly by contacting us. No need to go to the dealer!

Since 2000, all Citroen cars and vans have transponders (chip) in the key or remote fob. This kind of key has to be programmed into the vehicle using an exclusive diagnostic tool. If you have the appropriate tools, the process is simple and quick.

There are other options to program these Citroen keys, but they're not as secure and carry a higher risk of corrupting the microchip's data. Contacting one of our locksmiths is the best way to avoid any issues. They'll know how to use the tools properly and are also familiar with the security system of your vehicle.

Citroen Car Key Replacement

It's a nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or need an extra. Many people believe they have to go to their dealer to get a replacement, but this isn't always the case. The keys to cars are also becoming more technological. While a locksmith in your neighborhood is usually able to make a replacement for traditional car keys, if yours is a remote or smart key you'll need to consult an expert with the appropriate tools and knowledge.

We are among the few mobile companies that have specialist equipment needed to reprogram the latest citroen c4 key fob keys to cars. We can save your time and money by changing the program of your Citroen car keys. It could be more expensive to bring your Citroen into the dealership as they may need to reset the immobiliser, which can cost up to PS1000.

Since 1998 since 1998, all Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or 'T5" in the key) that are used to turn on your vehicle. The old'snap-in' key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems also have a remote that can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance and disable the alarm with the click of a button. This is a far more secure system and only your specific key can operate it.

Replacing keys for this model of Citroen is quite straight forward and can be accomplished on site in most cases (including key loss situations). However, if you lose both keys to the car, it needs to be re-coded which requires taking the car to our workshop.

Citroen Car Key Repair

The Citroen range is a very popular line up of vehicles that includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and the Xsara. All these vehicles have transponder chips in the key blades which allow them to start the car - if the correct PIN code is recognized by the vehicle when the key is inserted, it will respond with an immobiliser code, and the engine will start. This is referred to as a "chip key" and is extremely secure.

If you have lost one of these keys, it's usually easy to obtain an replacement from the local auto-locksmith. The only issue is from 1998 onwards, Citroen vehicles utilised a different type of chip (known as a 'fiat' type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these situations. In these cases, it's often necessary to perform an operation known as 'eeprom work to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser to program an entirely new key.

This is a specialised field of expertise, but thanks to our mobile workshop and specialized 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. You will need to bring your V5 and ID with you to the dealership to place an order for an alternative key. It can take up to five days. Once you have the replacement key it must be programmed to your particular vehicle to allow it to function properly. This can be a significant amount of money to a dealer.