How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key

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Replacement Keys

If you have lost your only Citroen car key and are seeking an alternative, it's recommended to contact a trusted auto locksmith. This is because it will save you money and hassle. When you visit a dealer, you will be required to bring your vehicle to the dealership and show your identification documents to purchase the key replacement. The key will be delivered between two and five business days. After it arrives, you will have to return to your dealership to get the replacement Citroen key programmed into your car. This can be time-consuming and expensive.

There are several different types of Citroen keys, depending on the model and Citroen Dispatch Key Fob year your vehicle is. Some models feature keys that open the door at the distance, whereas others require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. The keys are fitted with a transponder that allows them to connect with the car. The embedded chip in the key needs to be programmed to match your specific car.

A technician from the mobile will come to you and resynchronize the key to your vehicle. They will have the appropriate diagnostic equipment that is needed to complete this task, and they won't charge you the same amount as a dealership would.

Transponder Chips

The transponder chip that is in your key is designed to block wiring your vehicle with hot wires. This is a method commonly employed by thieves to steal cars. If you have keys with chip, it will deactivate your immobilizer in the event that the incorrect key was used to start the car. This technology is extremely efficient in preventing theft of vehicles.

Transponder chips in your citroen keys can sometimes get out of sync with your vehicle. It's important to store them in a safe place. A mobile locksmith can reprogram keys when it's stolen or lost using the equipment in their van. This will cost you far less than a dealer will charge for new keys.

If you enjoy fishing, surfing, or kayaking, having an ignition key that has transponder chip could make life easier. Instead of worrying about taking a metal key with you in case you need to lock your car while you're away, this kind of key is waterproof and can be stored in your surfboard, fishing pole or kayak.

Keys that were stolen or lost are not found

Make sure you keep a spare key secure to ensure that they don't get lost. If you're susceptible to forgetting the place you put something, place the spare key in a place that is easy to remember (like your keychain). If you have trouble keeping track of items like this, consider buying a keyring with a bright pattern or color so that it's easy to locate.

Up to 1997 Citroen vehicles and vans do not use transponders so making a spare key is relatively simple and can be completed on the spot. The vehicles that were manufactured from 1998 and onwards will have a transponder inside them which must be programmed to the chassis of the vehicle and this requires specialist equipment.

If you've lost or have stolen your citroen c3 key fob replacement van or car keys you'll need to visit your dealer and bring your V5 and ID to make an order for replacements. They can take up five days to arrive, and they must be programmed into your vehicle before they can be used. We can program and cut keys for replacement in a fraction of the time it takes at the dealership, and at cheaper prices.

We can also reprogram citroen dispatch key fob remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the required tools to accomplish this task swiftly and efficiently.