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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement Citroen is a French automobile manufacturer that is famous for its future-oriented designs. The 2CV, the iconic model, was built in 9,000,000 variants between 1948 and the year 1990. Your remote or keys may be out of sync and require programming. This can be done at a dealer or our mobile technicians are able to assist you. Replacement Citroen Car Keys The price of a replacement Citroen key can vary depending on the model of the vehicle. For instance, models that have more advanced features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general, however our prices could be up to 50% lower than the average dealer. We can supply new remote and transponder key for all Citroen model years from 1998 to 2000. They contain an embedded chip that connects to your car when you insert them into the lock. When the correct code is entered, the vehicle will be able to open. They keys are more secure than other kinds of keys for cars. They are a good deterrent for thieves. From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys used an electronic switchblade key that did not require any programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be accomplished in a matter of minutes on the spot. Lost key situations will require a PIN code which is usually hidden under a scratch panel on a security card made of plastic. It is that is the size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner (see picture). It can be obtained quickly for you from us. There is www.thekeylab.co.uk to go to the dealer! Since 2000 the majority of Citroen vans and cars use transponder chips (chip) embedded in the key or remote. This type of key must be programmed into the vehicle with an exclusive diagnostic tool. This process is very quick and simple to complete if the correct tools are available. Other methods are available for programming these Citroen key, but they are not as secure and have a higher chance of destroying information on the microchip. Contacting our locksmiths is the best way to stay clear of any issues. They'll be able to use the tools correctly and are knowledgeable about the security system of your vehicle. Citroen Car Key Replacement It can be an absolute nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or need a spare. Many people believe that they need go back to their dealer to obtain a replacement, but this isn't always the situation. The keys of cars are also becoming more advanced. While a local locksmith is able to make replacements for traditional car keys If yours is an electronic or smart key you'll need to consult an expert locksmith with the appropriate tools and knowledge. We are one of the few mobile companies that have the equipment required to reprogram the latest Citroen keys to cars. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money over the main dealer. Taking your Citroen to the dealer can be expensive as they'll have to reset the immobiliser system which could 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 start your car. The old “snap in” key opened the lock and activated the alarm. These modern key systems have a remote control fob that can lock and unlock the car from a distance and turn off alarms with a press of the button. This is a much more secure system and only your unique key can operate it. In the majority of instances replacing a key on this Citroen model is simple and can be done on site (including the case of a lost key). However, if you lose both keys, the car will need to be re-coded which requires taking the car to our workshop. Citroen Car Key Repair Citroen's range of vehicles is extremely popular. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as well as the Xsara. All of these cars are equipped with transponder chips which can be used to start the vehicle. If the correct PIN is entered from the car when the key was put in, it will respond with an immobiliser code and the engine will begin. This is referred to as a 'chip key' and is very secure. It is easy to replace these keys in the event that you have lost the keys. You can get them from your local auto locksmith. The only issue is from 1998 onwards, Citroen automobiles used a different kind of chip (known as”fiat” type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these cases. In these situations, it is often necessary to perform an operation called 'eeprom' to extract the key information from the ECU and immobiliser in order to program the new key. This is a highly skilled field of expertise, but we can provide this service at your home or office using our mobile workshop. This will save you a trip to the dealer who will likely charge you much more for this service. Dealers will also require you to present your V5 certificate and ID in person to be able to make an order for the replacement key which can take between two and five days to be delivered. Once you've received the replacement key it will need to be programmed to the specific vehicle you own to ensure it will function properly. This can again cost a considerable amount of money at a dealer.