How to Avoid Losing G28CarKeys (pronounced Deesse) is the premium vehicle brand of the French manufacturer Citroen. The DS name is a reference to the "Different Spirit.' The marque aims to combine luxury grace and glamour with innovation. Book Citroen Ds3 key services online in seconds. Compare prices, reviews and availability near you. Enter your registration number to view competitive local repair quotes.
Keys Replacement
It is best to contact an experienced auto locksmith when you have lost the only Citroen key you have and require an alternative. It will save you money and time. At a dealership, you will be required to bring your vehicle in and present your identity documents to purchase the key replacement. It can take between two and five days for the key to be delivered. When it arrives you must return to your dealership to get the replacement Citroen key programmed to your vehicle. This is time-consuming and costly.
There are several different types of Citroen keys, depending on the year and model your vehicle is. Certain models have keys that open the door from some distance, while other require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. Most keys feature transponder chips that are used to communicate with your car. The chip is embedded into the key, and needs to be programmed to your specific car.
A mobile technician will visit your home and re-synchronize your key with your car. They'll be equipped with all the necessary diagnostic equipment to complete the task and won't charge the same amount that dealers would.
Transponder Chips
A transponder chip in your key is designed to prevent hot-wiring your vehicle. This is a typical method employed by thieves to steal vehicles. If you have a key with a chip, it will disable your immobilizer in the event that the incorrect key was used to start the vehicle. This technology is extremely effective in preventing car theft.
Transponder chips in your citroen keys may be out of sync with your vehicle. It's crucial to keep them in a secure place. A mobile locksmith can reprogram a key if it's lost or stolen by using the equipment that is in their van. You'll pay less for this service than at an auto dealer.
If you love fishing, surfing, or kayaking, keys with a transponder chip can make life easier. Rather than having to worry about taking a key made of steel with you in case you have to lock your car while you're on vacation, this type key is water-resistant and can be tucked away in your fishing pole, surfboard or kayak.
Keys that were stolen or lost are not found
The best way to prevent losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare somewhere secure. If you have a difficult time remembering where you put things, try putting the spare key in a place that is easily identifiable (like on your keychain). If you find it difficult to remember where you have put things, you can try purchasing keys in a vibrant color or pattern.
Prior to 1997 Citroen vehicles and vans did not utilize transponders, therefore making a spare key is relatively simple and can be done on the spot. Since 1998 the vehicles will all have transponders that need to be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialist equipment.
If your Citroen car or van keys have been lost or stolen you'll need to visit the dealer with your V5 and ID to request replacement keys. It can take as long as five days to arrive and need to be programmed into your vehicle before they are able to be used. We can program and cut keys replacements in a fraction of the time that it takes at the dealership, and for an affordable price.
We can also reprogram Citroen remote controls (fobs) that are not in sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians have the right tools to accomplish this task swiftly and efficiently.