How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key
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Key Replacement
If you've lost your sole Citroen car key and are in search of a replacement, it is best to find a reputable auto locksmith. It will save you both money and time. At a dealership, you must bring your vehicle to the dealership and show the necessary identification documents to request the replacement key. It can take between two and five days for the key to arrive. Once it arrives then you'll have to return to the store to get the replacement Citroen key programmed to your car. This can be very expensive and time consuming.
There are various kinds of Citroen keys, based on the model and year your vehicle is. Some models feature keys that open the door from some distance, while other require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. These keys come with a transponder, which allows them to communicate with your car. The embedded chip in the key needs to be programmed to work with your specific car.
A mobile technician will be able to visit your home and re-synchronize the keys with your car. They will have the appropriate equipment for diagnostics needed to do this job and will not cost you nearly as much as a dealership.
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Transponder chips on your keys are designed to stop your vehicle from being hot-wired. This is a popular method used by car thieves to steal vehicles. If you have an ignition key that has a chip, it can deactivate your immobilizer when the wrong key was used to start the car. This technology is extremely efficient in preventing theft of vehicles.
The transponder chips in your citroen ds3 keys can be out of sync with your vehicle sometimes Therefore, it's crucial to ensure their security. If they're stolen or lost, a professional mobile locksmith will use the equipment they have in their van to reprogram your new key to work with your vehicle again. The cost will be much lower for this service than at an auto dealer.
A transponder-equipped key will simplify your life if you enjoy kayaking, fishing, or surfing. Instead of worrying about taking a metal key to carry in case you need to lock your car while you're on vacation, this type key is water-resistant and can be left in your fishing pole, surfboard or kayak.
Keys stolen or lost
The best way to prevent losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare secure. If you have a hard finding the right place to put things, consider putting the spare key in a spot that is noticeable to you (like on your keychain). If you're struggling to keep the track of things like this, consider buying an item that is bright in pattern or color so that it's easy to find.
Up to 1997 Citroen vehicles and vans do not have transponders, so creating a spare key is relatively simple and can be done at the site. All vehicles made from 1998 onwards will have a transponder within them that must be programmed to the vehicle's chassis. this requires specialized equipment.
If your Citroen keys to your car or van have been lost or stolen you will need to visit the dealer with your V5 and ID to request replacement keys. The keys will take two to five days to arrive and will have to be programmed to your vehicle before you can drive it. We can program and cut keys replacements in a fraction the time that it takes at the dealership, and at an affordable price.
We can also reprogram damaged Citroen remote control (fob) keys, which can easily get out of sync with the vehicle. This isn't something that is done by your local mechanic or garage However, our mobile technicians have the equipment in their vans to do this quickly and efficiently.