How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement

Citroen, a French automaker, is renowned for its innovative approach to future-oriented vehicles. The iconic 2CV model was manufactured in 9 million variants between 1948 and 1990.

Sometimes, your keys or remote fob can get out of sync with the vehicle and need to be reprogrammed. This can be done at a dealer or our mobile technicians can do it for you.

Replacement Citroen Car Keys

The price of the cost of a Citroen replacement key can vary according to the model. For example, models with more sophisticated features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. But, in general our prices are approximately 50% cheaper than that of the main dealer.

We can provide new remote and transponder keys for all citroen key programming models from 1998 to 2000. The keys are equipped with an electronic chip that communicates with your car when you insert them into the lock. The car will be able to unlock when the correct code is received. These keys are more secure and protect against thieves than other types.

Up to 1997 all Citroen keys used a mechanical switchblade and did not require any programming. Making spare keys is simple and can be completed within minutes on site. For lost keys, you'll need the use of a pin code, which is usually hidden under a scratched-out panel on a plastic 'SECURITY CARD' the size of a credit card that is inside the wallet of the owner (see picture). It is possible to obtain this quickly by contacting us. No need to visit the dealer!

Since 2000 the majority of Citroen vans and cars use a transponder chip (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This type of key must be programmed to the vehicle with a special diagnostic tool. This procedure is quick and simple if the correct tools are available.

Other methods are available for programming these Citroen xsara picasso key fob Programming key, but they are less secure and run a greater chance of destroying information on the microchip. The best way to prevent this is by contacting one of our professional locksmiths who are aware of how to operate the tools properly and are knowledgeable about the security system of your vehicle.

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If you've lost your Citroen car key or just require a spare key it can be a nightmare. Many people believe that they need to visit their dealer for an exchange, but this isn't always the case. Cars are becoming increasingly high-tech and this includes keys. While a locksmith in your neighborhood will usually be able to create a replacement for car keys that are conventional If yours is a remote or smart key you'll need to see an expert who has the appropriate tools and knowledge.

We are one of only one of the mobile companies that has the equipment needed to reprogram newer Citroen keys. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money over the main dealer. It could be more expensive to take your Citroen to the dealer as they may need to reset the immobiliser, which could cost as much as PS1000.

Since 1998 the majority of Citroen vehicles have transponder chips (philips type 33 fixed code or "T5" in the key) that are used to start your vehicle. This is in contrast to the traditional'snap into keys, these are able to open the lock and activates the alarm. These modern key systems also include a remote fob that can lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance and disable the alarm at the push of one button. This is a more secure system and only your own keys are able to operate it.

In the majority of instances, replacing a key on this Citroen model is easy and can be done at the site (including when keys are lost). However, when you lose both keys to the car, it will require re-coding which involves taking the vehicle to our workshop.

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Citroen's vehicles are very well-known. 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 begin the vehicle. If the correct PIN code is received from the car when the key was inserted, it will respond with a code for the immobiliser and the engine will start. This system is known as a "chip key" and is extremely secure.

If you lose one of these keys it's usually simple to obtain an alternative from your local auto locksmith. The only issue is that from 1998 onwards, the Citroen vehicles were equipped with a distinct style of chip (known as"fiat" type 33) which is more complicated to replace in these instances. In these situations, it is typically necessary to perform the procedure known as 'eeprom work to extract the key data from the ECU and immobiliser to program a new key.

This is a niche area of expertise but with our mobile workshop and expert equipment, we can complete this at your home or workplace. This will eliminate the trip to the dealer who will charge you much more for this service. A dealer will also require you to show the V5 document and ID in person to be able to place the order for the replacement key, which could take between two and five days to arrive. The dealer will need to program the key to your vehicle to ensure that it is working properly. This can cost a lot of money.