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Key Replacement

If you've lost your sole Citroen car key and are looking for an alternative, it's recommended to contact a reputable auto locksmith. It will save you money and time. When you visit a dealer, you will be required to bring your vehicle to the dealership and show your identification documents to order the replacement key. It can take between two and five days for the key to be delivered. It is necessary to return to the dealer to have your replacement Citroen keys programmed. This can be expensive and time-consuming.

Citroen offers several different keys, based on the model and year of your vehicle. Some models use a key fob that unlocks the door from an afar, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. Most keys feature transponder chips which are used to connect with your car. The chip is incorporated into the key and must be programmed for your specific car.

A mobile technician will be able to visit your home and re-synchronize the keys with your vehicle. They'll have the diagnostic equipment required to complete the task and won't cost the same amount as dealers would.

Transponder Chips

The transponder chip that is in your key is designed to block wiring your vehicle with hot wires. This is a method commonly employed by thieves to steal cars. If you have an ignition key that has a chip, it can deactivate your immobilizer if the wrong key was used to start the vehicle. This technology is very efficient in preventing theft of cars.

Transponder chips in your citroen keys may become out of sync with your vehicle. It's important to store them in a safe place. If they're lost or stolen, a professional mobile locksmith will use the equipment they have in their van to reprogram your new key so that it can work with your car again. You'll pay much less for this service than you would at the dealership.

A key with a transponder will simplify your life if you enjoy kayaking, fishing or surfing. This kind of key can be tucked away on your surfboard or fishing pole if you don't want to carry a steel key with you.

Keys stolen or lost

The best way to ensure that you don't risk losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare secure. If you're susceptible to forgetting the place you put something, place the spare key in a place that is easy to remember (like your keychain). If you have trouble to remember where you put things, consider buying the keyring in a striking colour or pattern.


From 1997 onwards, Citroen vehicles and vans did not make use of transponders. Therefore, making an extra key is easy and can be done on-site. All vehicles made from 1998 onwards will have a transponder inside them, which needs to be programmed to the chassis of the vehicle and this requires specialized equipment.

If you've lost or have stolen your Citroen keys to your car or van you must visit your dealer and bring your V5 and ID to purchase replacement keys. Then they can take two to five days to arrive and they must be programmed into your vehicle before you can drive it. More Material can program and cut keys replacements in a fraction the time that it takes at the dealership, and at cheaper prices.

We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the tools to accomplish this task efficiently and quickly.