How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key
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Replacement Keys
If you've lost your primary Citroen car key and are seeking replacement, it's best to find a trusted auto locksmith. This is because it will reduce the cost and stress. You will need to bring your car to the dealer and show your identification documents to get a replacement key. The key will be delivered between two and five business days. You'll need to go back to the dealer to have your replacement Citroen keys programmed. This is a lengthy and costly process.
There are many different kinds of Citroen keys, based on what model and year your vehicle is. Certain models come with keys that unlock doors remotely, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start your vehicle. These keys come with a transponder that enables them to connect with the car. The chip embedded in the key needs to be programmed for your particular car.
A mobile technician will be able to come to your location and re-synchronize your key with your vehicle. They will have the appropriate diagnostic equipment that is needed to do this job and they won't cost you the same amount as a dealership would.
Transponder Chips
Transponder chips on your keys are designed to stop your vehicle from being hot-wired. This is a popular method used by thieves to steal vehicles. If you have a transponder key the chip inside will disable the immobilizer on your vehicle if the wrong key is used to start it. This technology is extremely efficient in preventing theft of vehicles.
The transponder chips inside the keys of your Citroen Ds3 can be out of sync with your vehicle from time to time It's therefore important to keep them secure. If they're lost or stolen, a professional mobile locksmith will use the equipment they have in their van to reprogram the new key to work with your car again. This will cost less than a dealership will charge for a new set of keys.
If you enjoy surfing, fishing, boating or kayaking, an ignition key that has transponder chips can simplify your life. This type of key can be placed in your surfboard or fishing pole if you don't want to carry a steel key with you.
Keys lost or stolen
Make sure you keep a spare key secure to ensure that they don't get lost. If you're likely to forget where you put something, place the spare key in a place that's easy to remember (like your keychain). If you have trouble to remember where you have put things, consider buying a keyring in a bright color or pattern.
From 1997 onwards, Citroen cars and vans don't make use of transponders. Therefore, making an extra key is simple and can be completed on the spot. From 1998 all vehicles will be equipped with transponders that need to be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialist equipment.
If you've lost or lost or stolen your Citroen keys to your car or van You will need to visit your dealer and present your V5 along with your ID to make an order for replacements. They can take up to five days to arrive, and they must be programmed into your vehicle before they are able to be used. We can program and cut keys for replacement in a fraction of than the time it takes the dealership, and at cheaper prices.
We can also reprogram malfunctioning Citroen remote control (fob) keys that are easily out of sync with your vehicle. This is not something that can be handled by your local mechanic or garage however, our mobile technicians have the equipment in their vans that allow them to do this quickly and efficiently.
