How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key
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Keys Replacement
It is recommended to call a reputable auto locksmith if you've lost the sole Citroen key you have and require to replace it. This is because it will help you save money and time. At a dealership, you will be required to bring your vehicle to the dealership and show your identity documents to purchase the replacement key. The key will be delivered between two and five business days. When it arrives you must return to the store to get the replacement Citroen key programmed to your car. This can be a long and expensive process.
There are a variety of Citroen keys, based on the year and model your vehicle is. Some models feature a key fob that unlocks the door at a distance, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. Most keys feature transponder chips which are used to communicate with your car. The chip embedded in the key must be programmed to work with your specific car.
A mobile technician will be able to come to your location and re-synchronize your car key your vehicle. They'll have the diagnostic equipment that is needed to complete this task and will not cost you as much as a dealership would.
Transponder Chips
A transponder chip in your key is designed to avoid hot-wiring your vehicle. This is a method commonly employed by thieves to steal cars. If you own an ignition key that has a chip, it will shut off your immobilizer if a wrong key was used to start the car. This technology is extremely effective in preventing auto theft.
The transponder chips on the keys of your Citroen Ds3 can get out of synch with your vehicle at times Therefore, it's crucial to secure them. If they're lost or stolen, a professional mobile locksmith can utilize the equipment inside their van to reprogram the new key so that it can be able to work with your car once again. The cost will be much lower for this service than at a dealership.
If you enjoy surfing, fishing, boating or kayaking, having keys with transponder chips can make life easier. This kind of key can be placed in your fishing or surfboard pole if you don't want to carry a key made of metal with you.
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The best method to avoid losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare safe. If you have a difficult recalling where you keep things, you can try placing the spare key in a place that is easily identifiable (like on your keychain). If you find it difficult to remember where you put items, consider purchasing a keyring in a bright color or pattern.
Up to 1997 Citroen vehicles and vans do not make use of transponders. Therefore, making a spare key is relatively easy and can be done on-site. Since 1998 the vehicles will all have a transponder that must be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialized equipment.
If citroen dispatch key fob replacement or van keys have been lost or stolen you'll have to visit the dealer with your V5 and ID to request replacement keys. The replacement keys can take between two to five days to arrive, and they must be programmed into your vehicle before you can drive it. We can program and cut keys for replacement in a fraction of the time that it takes at the dealership, and for a lower price.
We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the necessary equipment to accomplish this task efficiently and quickly.