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Key Replacement
It is recommended to call an experienced auto locksmith when you have lost the only Citroen key you have and need to replace it. It will save you both time and money. When you visit a dealer, you will be required to bring your vehicle to the dealership and show the necessary identification documents to request the replacement key. It will take between two and five days for the key to arrive. After it arrives you'll need to return to the store to get the replacement Citroen key programmed to your car. This is time-consuming and costly.
Citroen offers a variety of keys, based on the model and year of your vehicle. Some models have keys that open doors remotely, while others require that you insert it into the ignition in order to start the vehicle. The majority of keys have transponder chips that are used to connect with your car. The embedded chip in the key must be programmed for your particular car.
A mobile technician can visit your location and re-synchronize your key with your vehicle. They will have the appropriate tools for diagnosing to do this job and they won't cost you the same amount as a dealership.
Transponder Chips
Transponder chips that are in your keys are designed to protect your vehicle from being hot-wired. This is a method commonly used by thieves to steal vehicles. If you own an ignition key that has a chip, it can deactivate your immobilizer in the event that the wrong key was used to start the vehicle. This technology is very effective in preventing car theft.
Transponder chips that are embedded in your citroen keys can sometimes get out of sync with your vehicle. It's important to store them in a secure place. A mobile locksmith can reprogram keys in case it's stolen or lost with the help of their van. This will cost much less than a dealer will charge for new keys.
A key with a transponder can simplify your life in case you enjoy kayaking fishing, or surfing. Rather than having to worry about taking a key made of steel to carry in case you need to lock your car while you're out, this kind key is water-resistant and can be left on your fishing pole, surfboard or kayak.
Keys that were stolen or lost are not found
The best way to avoid losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare somewhere secure. If you're inclined to forget the place you put something, consider putting the spare key somewhere that is easy to remember (like your keychain). If
G28 Car Keys having trouble keeping track of items like this, consider buying keys with a striking design or color to make it easy to find.
Prior to 1997, Citroen cars and vans don't make use of transponders. Therefore, making an extra key is easy and can be made on the spot. From 1998 onwards, all vehicles will have a transponder inside it that needs to be programmed to the vehicle's chassis and this requires specialist equipment.
If your Citroen keys to your van or car were stolen or lost, you will need to visit the dealer with your V5 and ID to purchase replacement keys. They can take up five days to arrive and need to be programmed into your vehicle before they are able to be used. We can cut and program keys replacements in a fraction of the time required at the dealership, and for cheaper prices.
We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. This isn't something that can be done by your local mechanic or garage but our mobile technicians have the equipment in their vans to accomplish this quickly and efficiently.
