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How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key
DS Automobiles (pronounced Deesse) is the luxury vehicle brand of the French manufacturer Citroen. The DS name is a reference to "Different Spirit.' The marque aims to combine luxury grace and elegance with the latest technology. Review and compare prices for Citroen Ds3 services near you and book online in a matter of minutes. Enter your registration number to see competitive local repair quotes.
Replacement Keys
It is recommended to contact a reputable auto locksmith if you've lost the sole Citroen key that you own and need to replace it. This is because it will make it easier for you to save money and time. You'll have to bring your car to the dealer and show your identification documents in order to obtain a replacement key. The key will be delivered between two and five business days. When it arrives, you will have to return to your dealership to get the replacement Citroen key programmed to your car. This is time-consuming and costly.
There are a variety of Citroen keys, based on the year and model of your vehicle is. Some models feature a key fob that unlocks the door at an afar, while others 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 embedded chip in the key has to be programmed for your particular car.
A technician on the move will come to you and resynchronize the key to your vehicle. They will have all the diagnostic equipment needed to do the job and won't charge the same amount as a dealer would.
Transponder Chips
A transponder chip on your key is designed to avoid the hot-wiring of your vehicle. This is a method commonly used by thieves to steal vehicles. If you own a transponder key that has a chip inside, it 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 at times, so it's important to keep them safe. A mobile locksmith can reprogram a key in case it's stolen or lost with the help of their van. You will pay much less for this service than at a dealership.
A key with a transponder can make life easier for you in case you enjoy kayaking fishing, or surfing. This type of key can be tucked away on your surfboard or fishing pole if you don't wish to carry a key made of metal with you.
Keys that were stolen or lost are not found
The best way to avoid losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare secure. If you're prone to forgetting where you put something, place the spare key somewhere that's easy to remember (like your keychain). If you have trouble to remember where you put things, consider buying a keyring in a bright color or pattern.
citroen car keys and cars prior to 1997 didn't use transponders. Therefore, making an spare can be done on the site. All vehicles made from 1998 onwards will come with a transponder built into them that must be programmed to the chassis of the vehicle and this requires specialized equipment.
If you have 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 order replacements. 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 cut and program replacement keys in a fraction than the time it takes the dealership, and at a lower price.
We can also reprogram faulty Citroen remote control (fob) keys that can easily become out of synch with the vehicle. This isn't something that can be handled by your local mechanic or garage but our mobile technicians have the equipment in their vans to do this swiftly and efficiently.