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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement Citroen is a French automaker, is known for its futuristic approach. The iconic 2CV was made in 9,000,000 versions between 1948 and 1990. Sometimes your keys or the remote fobs can become out of sync with the vehicle and require to be reprogrammed. This can be done by a dealer or our mobile technicians. Replacement Citroen Car Keys The price of a Citroen replacement key may vary dependent on the model. For example, models with more advanced features like the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. But, in general our prices are as much as 50% lower than that of the main dealer. We can supply a new transponder and remote keys for all Citroen model years from 1998 to 2000. The keys are equipped with chips that communicate with your vehicle when you insert them into the lock. The car will be unlocked when the correct code has been received. They keys are more secure than other kinds of keys for cars and are a great deterrent for thieves. From 1997 onwards, all Citroen keys were made using an electronic switchblade key that did not require any programming. Making spare keys for these cars is very simple and can be accomplished at the site within a matter of minutes. In the event of a lost key, you will need the use of a pin code, which is usually hidden under a scratched-out panel on a security card made of plastic that is the size of a credit card inside the wallet of the owner (see the image). This can be obtained very quickly from us. There's no need to go to the dealer! From 2000 onwards all Citroen automobiles and vans utilize transponders (chip) contained within the key or remote fob. The type of car key needs to be programmed into the vehicle using a special diagnostic tool. If you have the appropriate tools, this process is easy and quick. Other methods are available for programming these Citroen keys, however they are not as secure and have a higher risk of damaging information stored on the microchip. The best method to avoid this is to call one of our certified locksmiths who know how to use the tools in a safe manner and are knowledgeable about the security system in your vehicle. Citroen Car Key Replacement It's an absolute nightmare if you lose your Citroen key or need an extra. Many people think they need to visit their dealer for an exchange, but this isn't always the case. Cars are becoming more high-tech and this also includes their keys. While a locksmith near you can usually make a replacement for keys that are traditional to cars If yours is a remote or smart key you'll have to go to a professional that has the proper tools and experience. We are one of only a few mobile companies with the specialist equipment required to reprogram modern Citroen keys. citroen ds3 replacement key fob TheKeyLab can save your time and money by reprogramming your Citroen car keys. It may be more expensive to take your Citroen to the dealer because they may need to reset the immobiliser, which 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 begin your vehicle. The old'snap-in' key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems come with a remote control fob that allows you to lock or unlock the car from afar and disable alarms with the touch a button. This is a significantly secure system and only your own keys are able to operate it. Replacing the key for this model of Citroen is simple and can be done on site in most cases (including lost key situations). When you lose both keys, your car will need to be reset-coded. This will require that you bring your vehicle to our workshop. Citroen Car Key Repair Citroen's range of vehicles is very well-known. It includes the C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 as and the Xsara. All of them have transponder chips inside the key blades which allow them to start the car – in the event that the correct PIN is received by the vehicle when the key is inserted, it will respond with an immobiliser code, and the engine will begin. This is known as a “chip key” and is extremely secure. If you have lost one of these keys, it is generally easy to get a replacement from the local auto-locksmith. Citroen cars from 1998 to date use a different type of chip, known as a “fiat” type 33. This chip is more difficult to replace. In these cases, it's usually necessary to carry out 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 area of expertise, however we can offer this service at your home or office with our mobile workshop. This will avoid the hassle of going to your dealer who will charge you more for this service. You'll have to bring your V5 and ID with you to the dealership to place an order for the replacement key. This can take up to five days. The dealer will have to program the key to your vehicle to ensure that it is working correctly. This can cost you a significant amount of money.