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How to Get a Citroen Key Replacement Citroen the French automaker, is famous for its forward-looking approach. The iconic 2CV model was produced in 9 million variants from 1948 to 1990. Your remote or keys may be out of sync, and need to be programmed. G28 can be done at a dealer or our mobile technicians can assist you. Replacement Citroen Car Keys The price of a replacement Citroen key will vary based on the car model. For instance, models with more advanced features, such as the Xsara Picasso or Berlingo can cost more to replace. In general, however, our prices can be as much as 50% lower than those of the main dealer. We can supply new transponder keys and remotes for all Citroen model years from 1998 to 2000. These types of keys have an internal chip that communicates with the car when you insert them into the lock. The car will be able to unlock when the correct code has been received. These are more secure than other kinds of car keys and are a great deterrent for thieves. Up to 1997 all Citroen keys used the mechanical switchblade key, and did not require programming. Making spare keys is easy and can be completed within minutes on site. In the event of a lost key, a PIN number is required. This is usually hidden under a scratch-resistant panel that is located on a plastic “SECURITY CARD” the shape and size of a credit-card kept in the wallet of the owner. This can be obtained very fast from us. There is no need to go to the dealer! Since 2000, all Citroen cars and vans use transponders (chip) inside the remote fob or key. This kind of key has to be programmed into the vehicle with a special diagnostic tool. If you've got the right tools, the process is easy and quick. Other methods are available for programming these Citroen keys, but they are less secure and have a higher risk of damaging information stored on the microchip. Contacting a locksmith from our network is the best method to avoid any problems. They'll know how to use the tools correctly and are well-versed in the security system of your vehicle. Citroen Car Key Replacement If you've lost your Citroen car key or just need a spare one it can be an overwhelming experience. Many people believe they have to visit their dealer to get a replacement, but this isn't always the situation. Car keys are also becoming more advanced. While a local locksmith will usually be able to create a replacement for keys that are traditional to cars, if yours is a remote or smart key you'll need to consult an expert with the appropriate tools and knowledge. We are one of the few mobile businesses that have specialist equipment needed to reprogram newer Citroen keys for cars. This lets us save you a significant amount of time and money when compared to the main dealer. Going with your Citroen to the dealership could be expensive as they'll have to reset the immobiliser 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) which are used to begin your vehicle. The old'snap-in' key only opened the lock and activated the alarm. Modern key systems feature a remote control fob that can lock and unlock the car from a distance and deactivate alarms at the press of a button. This is a far more secure system and only your own key can operate it. In most cases replacing a key on this Citroen model is easy and is done at the site (including in lost key situations). If you do have lost both keys, the vehicle will require re-coding which requires taking the car to our workshop. Citroen Car Key Repair Citroen's entire 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 that can be used to start the vehicle. If the correct PIN code is received by the car after the key was inserted, it will respond with a code for the immobiliser and the engine will start. This system is known as a 'chip key' and is extremely secure. It is simple to replace these keys in the event that you lose keys. You can purchase them from your local auto locksmith. The only issue is that from 1998 onwards the Citroen automobiles used a different type of chip (known as”fiat” type 33) which is more difficult to replace in these instances. In these instances it is required to carry out a process known as 'eeprom' to obtain the most important information. This is a highly specialised area of expertise, but we can offer this service from your home or office through our mobile workshop. This will avoid the trip to your dealer who will cost you more for this service. You will need to bring your V5 and ID with you to the dealership to place an order for a replacement key. It could take up to five days. Once you've got the replacement key it must be programmed to the specific vehicle you own to ensure it will work properly. This could be a significant amount of money at a dealership.