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Key Replacement

It is recommended to contact a reputable auto locksmith if you've lost the only citroen C4 key key that you own and require an replacement. It will save you both time and money. You'll need to take your vehicle to the dealership and show your identification documents to get a replacement key. It can take between two and five days for the key to be delivered. After it arrives you'll need to return to the store to get the replacement Citroen key programmed into your car. This can be very expensive and time consuming.

There are many different kinds of Citroen keys, based on the year and model your vehicle is. Certain models have keys that unlock the doors remotely, whereas others require that you insert it into the ignition in order to start the vehicle. The keys are fitted with a transponder that enables them to communicate with the car. The chip embedded in the key must be programmed to match your specific car.

A mobile technician will be able to come to your place and re-synchronize the key with your car. They will have the appropriate diagnostic equipment that is needed to accomplish this task and they won't cost you the same amount as a dealership.

Transponder Chips

The transponder chip that is in your key is designed to avoid hot-wiring your vehicle. This is a typical method used by car thieves to steal vehicles. If you have keys with chip, it will deactivate your immobilizer if a incorrect key was used to start the vehicle. This technology is extremely effective in preventing auto theft.

Transponder chips that are embedded in your citroen keys may become out of sync with your vehicle. It's important to store them in a secure place. A mobile locksmith can reprogram a key in the event of theft or loss by using the equipment they have in their van. This will cost you far less than a dealership will charge for the replacement of keys.

A transponder key will simplify your life if you like kayaking, fishing, or surfing. This kind of key can be placed in your surfboard or fishing pole if you don't wish to carry a steel key with you.

Keys lost or stolen

Make sure you keep a spare key safe to avoid losing them. If you have a difficult finding the right place to put things, consider putting the spare key in a place that is easy to spot (like on your keychain). If you have trouble keeping track of items such as this, think about buying the keyring in a bright design or color to make it easy to find.

Citroen vans and cars prior to 1997 didn't utilize transponders, so creating a spare is easy and is done at the site. Since 1998 the vehicles will all have transponders which must be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialized equipment.

If your Citroen keys for your van or car have been stolen or lost you'll need to visit the dealer with your V5 and ID to request replacement keys. The keys will take two to five days to arrive and must be programmed into your vehicle prior to being able to drive it. We can cut and program replacement keys for you in a fraction of the time required by the dealership, and at a lower cost.

We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. This is not something that can be accomplished by your local garage or Mechanic, but our mobile technicians have the equipment in their vans to accomplish this swiftly and efficiently.