How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key
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Keys Replacement
It is best to contact a reputable auto locksmith if you've lost the sole Citroen key you have and require to replace it. This is because it will make it easier for you to save money and time. At a dealership, will be required to bring your vehicle in and provide your identity documents to purchase the replacement key. More will be delivered between two and five business days. You'll have to go back to the dealer to have your replacement Citroen keys programmed. This can be expensive and time consuming.
Citroen has a variety of keys, based on the year and model of your vehicle. Some models have an electronic key fob that opens the doors remotely, while others require that you insert it into the ignition in order to start the vehicle. The keys are fitted with a transponder which allows them to connect with the car. The chip is embedded in the key and needs to be programmed for your specific car.
A mobile technician will come to you and resynchronize your keys with your vehicle. They'll have the equipment needed to complete this task and won't cost you the same amount as a dealership.
Transponder Chips
A transponder chip on your key is designed to block the hot-wiring of your car. This is a common technique used by thieves to steal vehicles. If you have a transponder key that contains a chip, it will turn off the immobilizer of your vehicle if a wrong key is used to start it. This technology is extremely efficient in preventing theft of cars.
The transponder chips in your citroen ds3 keys may not be in sync with your vehicle from time to time It's therefore important to keep them safe. A mobile locksmith can reprogram keys when it's stolen or lost by using the equipment that is in their van. The cost will be much lower for this service than at the dealership.
A transponder key will simplify your life when you love kayaking, fishing or surfing. Rather than having to worry about bringing a key made of metal to carry in case you need to lock your vehicle while you're out, this kind of key is waterproof and can be left in your fishing pole, surfboard or kayak.
Lost or Stolen Keys
Make sure you keep a spare key safe to avoid losing them. If you're susceptible to forgetting where you put something consider putting the spare key in a place that's easy to remember (like your keychain). If you're struggling to keep track of items like this, you might want to consider purchasing an item that is bright in design or color that makes it easy to find.
Citroen vans and cars prior to 1997 didn't use transponders, so making a spare is easy and is done at the site. Any vehicles from 1998 onwards will have a transponder within them, which needs to be programmed to the chassis of the vehicle and this requires specialist equipment.
If you've lost or taken your Citroen van or car keys, you will need to visit your dealer and show your V5 along with your ID to order replacements. They can take anywhere from two to five days to arrive and must be programmed to your vehicle before you are able to drive it. We can cut and program replacement keys for you in less time that it takes the dealership and at a much cheaper price.
We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are out of sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians have the right tools to accomplish this task swiftly and efficiently.