How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key
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Key Replacement
It is recommended to call an experienced auto locksmith when you've lost your only Citroen key you have and need an alternative. It will save you time and money. You'll have to bring your vehicle to the dealership and show your identification documents to receive a replacement key. It can take between two and five days for the key to be delivered. After it arrives you must return to the store to get the replacement Citroen key programmed into your vehicle. 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 have keys that unlock doors from a distance, while others require that you insert it into the ignition to start your vehicle. The majority of keys have transponder chips that are used to connect with your car. The chip embedded in the key must be programmed to match your specific car.
A technician on the move will come to you to resynchronize your key with your vehicle. They will have the appropriate diagnostic equipment that is needed to accomplish this task and they won't cost you nearly as much as a dealership.
Transponder Chips
A transponder chip inside your key is designed to prevent the hot-wiring of your vehicle. This is a popular method used by car thieves to steal vehicles. If you own transponder keys that contains a chip, it will shut down the immobilizer in your vehicle if a wrong key is used to start it. This technology is extremely effective in preventing car theft.
The transponder chips that are in your citroen keys could become out of sync with your car at times Therefore, it's crucial to ensure their security. If they're lost or stolen, a professional mobile locksmith can utilize the equipment they carry in their van to reprogram the new key so that it will be compatible with your car again. The cost will be much lower for this service than you would at a dealership.
If you enjoy surfing, fishing, boating or kayaking, having a key with a transponder chip can make life easier. This type of key can be placed on your surfboard or fishing pole if you don't want to carry a metal one with you.
Keys stolen or lost
The best way to prevent losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare safe. If you have a hard time remembering where you put things, consider putting the spare key in an area that is noticeable to you (like on your keychain). If you're struggling to keep an eye on things like this, you might want to consider purchasing a keyring with a bright color or pattern so it's easy to locate.
Prior to 1997 Citroen vehicles and vans do not use transponders so making a spare key is relatively easy and can be made on site. From 1998 onwards, all vehicles will come with a transponder in it that needs to be programmed to the chassis of the vehicle and this requires specialist equipment.
If your Citroen car or van keys have been lost or stolen you'll have to visit the dealer with your V5 and identification to get replacement keys. Then they can take two to five days to arrive, and must be programmed to your vehicle before you can drive it. www.thekeylab.co.uk can cut and program replacement keys for you in a fraction of the time that it takes the dealership and at a much cheaper price.
We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the equipment to perform this task efficiently and quickly.