How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key

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Replacement Keys

If you have lost your primary Citroen car key and are looking for replacement, it's best to go to an auto locksmith that you trust. It will save you both money and time. You'll have to bring your car to the dealership, and present your identification documents to obtain a replacement key. The key will be delivered between two and five business days. Once it arrives you must return to your dealership to get the replacement Citroen key programmed to your vehicle. This can be time-consuming and expensive.

There are various kinds of Citroen keys, based on what model and year your vehicle is. Certain models have a key fob which unlocks the doors remotely, whereas others require you to insert it into the ignition in order to start your car. The majority of keys have a transponder chip that is used to communicate with your car. The embedded chip in the key has to be programmed to match your specific car.

A mobile technician will visit your home and re-synchronize the keys with your car. They'll have the equipment for diagnostics needed to do this job, and they won't charge you nearly as much as a dealership.

Transponder Chips

A transponder chip in your key is designed to prevent wiring your vehicle with hot wires. This is a popular method used by thieves to steal cars. If you have keys that have chip, it will deactivate your immobilizer when the wrong key was used to start the vehicle. This technology is very efficient in preventing theft of cars.

The transponder chips inside your citroen ds3 keys may be out of sync with your vehicle from time to time, so it's important to keep them safe. A mobile locksmith can reprogram a key when it's stolen or lost using the equipment in their van. The cost will be much lower for this service than you would at an auto dealer.

If you are a fan of fishing, surfing, or kayaking, keys that have transponder chips can make your life much easier. Instead of worrying about bringing a key made of metal with you in the event that you need to lock your vehicle while you're away, this type key is water-resistant and can be tucked away in your surfboard, fishing pole or kayak.

Keys lost or stolen

Make sure you keep a spare key secure to ensure that they don't get lost. If you're inclined to forget 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 things like this, you might want to consider purchasing the keyring in a bright color or pattern so it's easy to find.

From 1997 onwards, Citroen vehicles and vans do not make use of transponders. Therefore, making a spare key is relatively easy and can be done on site. From 1998 all vehicles will come with transponders which must be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialist equipment.

If you've lost or taken your Citroen keys to your car or van you'll need to go to your dealer and show your V5 and ID to purchase replacement keys. They can take anywhere from two to five days to arrive, and they will need to be programmed into your vehicle before you are able to drive it. We can cut and program replacement keys for you in a fraction of the time it takes at the dealership and at a much lower cost.

We can also reprogram damaged citroen ds3 key fob remote control (fob) keys that are easily out of synch with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the necessary tools to accomplish this task quickly and effectively.