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Up to 1997 Citroen vehicles were equipped with keys that do not utilise transponders (chip). These keys can be programmed on site without the need of specialist equipment.

If your key fob isn't functioning, it could be due to a number of different causes such as: worn buttons or battery contacts that are not making contact and water damage to the receiver module or key issues.

Troubleshooting

Fault diagnosis is a method that determines the root cause of a problem so that corrective actions can be initiated. It is usually referred to by the term fault isolation, and is a critical component of the automation systems for operations management. It comprises three steps that include detection, localization and estimation.

Common methods for fault diagnosis utilize simulation to find the possible responses a test could have in the case of various faults, and then store the expected results in databases. Then, when a testing experiment is carried out then the actual results are compared to these expected results. If the actual results are the same as the expected results then the issue is discovered. The process of identifying errors is usually iterative and described as a diagnosis tree.

A car remote may become out of sync, which can cause it to not function properly. A mobile technician with the proper equipment can solve this problem, saving money in comparison to a dealership service. Technicians are able to activate your citroen berlingo key fob repair remote plip with the right tool. This is an easy and quick procedure that can be completed within five minutes. You can even repeat this for a second plip, in case the first isn't working.

Dead Coin Battery

The most common cause of keys that don't lock or unlocking is a dead coin battery. The button cell battery inside the key fob is secured by retaining clips made of steel. Over time the clips will become weaker and looser. Replace the old battery by a new one that is the same voltage, size and specifications. Make sure the metal retainer clip has been properly installed. A button cell battery that is replaced in error can cause damage to the electronic chip.

Key fob in error

There are several issues that can occur with your Citroen remote key. It could be a malfunctioning transmitter or an inactive battery. You may hear the fob rattle and the LED light aren't working. In these instances, you need to call an auto locksmith to resolve the issue.

A remote car key (also known as a smart key) makes use of a transponder chips in the head of the key to connect with the immobiliser system of your car and enable it to start once you insert the key into the ignition. The majority of customers love these keys due to the fact that they are reliable and convenient. The keys are also very robust and can be dropped, squeezed, or toss around, unlike the old flip key types which are now discarded.

However it is vital to be aware that if a key does not start your car, then the issue is likely to be to be with the immobiliser system inside the vehicle and not the key itself. It's not enough to replace the key and it has to be reprogrammed by an auto locksmith using the right equipment. This will require a new transponder chip be embedded into the key, so it works with the car and can unlock and open the door at a distance without having to physically reach the door lock.

Faulty Receiver Module

The remote keyless receiver module allows your key fobs along with your vehicles to communicate. If none of the key fobs are working, and you have checked the coin battery for life and reprogrammed them, then it could be because the receiver module has developed a fault.

It could have stopped transmitting radio frequency signals, or it may have simply become faulty due to aging. This is a frequent issue and an auto locksmith may need to replace the device.

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