How to Avoid Losing Your
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Key Replacement
If you have lost your one Citroen car key and are in search of a replacement, it is recommended that you go to a reputable auto locksmith. This is because it will save you money and hassle. In a dealership, you must bring your vehicle to the dealership and show your identification documents to order the key replacement. The key will arrive between two and five business days. After it arrives you'll need to return to the dealership to have the replacement Citroen key programmed to your vehicle. This is a lengthy and costly process.
There are a variety of Citroen keys, based on what model and year your vehicle is. Some models come with keys that unlock doors remotely, while others require you to insert it into the ignition in order to start your car. These keys come with a transponder which allows them to connect with the car. The embedded chip in the key needs to be programmed for your specific car.
A mobile technician can visit your home and re-synchronize the key with your vehicle. They will have all the diagnostic equipment needed to complete the task and will not charge the same amount that a dealer would.
Transponder Chips
Transponder chips that are in your keys are designed to stop your vehicle from being hot-wired. This is a common technique used by thieves to steal cars. If you have transponder keys the chip inside will turn off the immobilizer of your vehicle if a wrong key is used to start it. This technology is extremely effective in preventing auto theft.
The transponder chips in the keys of your Citroen Ds3 can be out of sync with your car at times, so it's important to keep them secure. If they're stolen or lost, a professional mobile locksmith can make use of the equipment they have in their van to reprogram the new key to work with your car again. This will cost you much less than the dealership would charge for a new set of keys.
If you like fishing, surfing, or kayaking, a key with transponder chips can simplify your life. This type of key can be tucked away in your fishing or surfboard pole if you don't wish to carry a key made of metal with you.
Keys that were stolen or lost are not found
The best way to ensure that you don't risk losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare somewhere secure. If you have a difficult time remembering where you put things, consider putting the
spare citroen car keys key in a spot that stands out to you (like on your keychain). If you're struggling to keep things like this, consider buying keys with a striking design or color that makes it easy to find.
Up to 1997 Citroen vehicles and vans did not utilize transponders, therefore making an extra key is easy and can be made on the spot. From 1998 the vehicles will all have a transponder which needs to be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialist 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 along with your ID to request replacement keys. The replacement keys can take between two to five days to arrive, and must be programmed to your vehicle before you are able to drive it. We can cut and program replacement keys for you in just a fraction of the time it takes at the dealership and at a cheaper price.
We can also reprogram
citroen c3 replacement key remote controls (fobs) that are out of sync with the vehicle. This is not something that is done by your local mechanic or garage however, our mobile technicians have the necessary equipment in their vans for doing this quickly and efficiently.