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Key Replacement

If you've lost your primary Citroen car key and are looking for a replacement, it is recommended to contact an auto locksmith you can trust. This is because it will save you money and hassle. At a dealership, you must bring your vehicle in and provide your identification documents to order the replacement key. It will take between two and five days for the key to arrive. You will need to return to the dealership to have your replacement citroen c3 key fob keys programmed. This can be expensive and time consuming.

There are various kinds of Citroen keys, depending on the year and model of your vehicle is. Certain models come with a key fob that unlocks the door from a distance, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. The majority of these keys come with transponder chips that are used to connect with your car. The embedded chip inside the key needs to be programmed for your specific car.

A mobile technician will be able to visit your home and re-synchronize the key with your car. They will have the appropriate equipment for diagnostics needed for this job, and they won't charge you as much as a dealership would.

Transponder Chips

Transponder chips that are in your keys are designed to keep your vehicle from being hot-wired. This is a method commonly employed by thieves to steal cars. If you own a transponder key that contains a chip, it will turn off the immobilizer of your vehicle if an incorrect key is used to start it. This technology is very effective in preventing car theft.

Transponder chips on your citroen c1 key replacement keys can be out of sync with your vehicle. It's important to store them in a safe place. A mobile locksmith can reprogram keys in case it's stolen or lost by using the equipment they have in their van. You'll pay less for this service than you would at the dealership.

If you are a fan of fishing, surfing, or kayaking, having keys with transponder chip could simplify your life. Rather than having to worry about taking a metal key to carry in case you have to lock your car while you're away, this type of key is waterproof and can be stored on your fishing pole, surfboard or kayak.

Keys stolen or lost

The best method to avoid losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare somewhere safe. If you're likely to forget the place you put something, place the spare key in a place that's easy to remember (like your keychain). If you have trouble to remember where you have put items, consider purchasing keys in a vibrant colour or pattern.

Citroen vans and cars prior to 1997 did not utilize transponders, so creating an spare can be done on the site. From 1998 all vehicles will come with a transponder which needs to be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialist equipment.

If your citroen c2 key keys to your van or car were stolen or lost, you'll need to go to the dealer with your V5 and ID to purchase replacement keys. The keys will take two to five days to arrive and will have to be programmed to your vehicle prior to being able to drive it. We can program and cut replacement keys in a fraction than the time it takes the dealership, and at cheaper prices.

We can also reprogram citroen c5 aircross key remote controls (fobs) that are out of sync with the vehicle. This isn't something that is done by your local mechanic or garage, but our mobile technicians have the equipment in their vans to do this quickly and efficiently.