7 Tips To Make The Most Of Your Citroen Replacement Key

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7 Tips To Make The Most Of Your Citroen Replacement Key

Citroen Dispatching Remote Key Replacement

In the years prior to 1997 Citroen vehicles utilised keys that did not use transponders (chip). These keys can be programmed without specialist equipment on-site.

If your key fob has stopped working it could be down to a variety of reasons such as: worn buttons or battery contacts that are not making contact with the receiver module, or key issues.

Diagnostics of a fault

Fault diagnosis is the process which identifies the cause of a fault, so that corrective actions can be taken. This is commonly referred to by the term fault isolation and is an essential part of operations management automaton systems. It comprises three steps that include detection, localization and estimation.

Common methods for fault detection employ simulation to determine possible responses to tests in the presence of various faults, and then save the expected results in a database. After a test is conducted, the actual results of the test are compared with these expected results. If the actual results match one of the expected results, the fault is identified. The process of identifying faults is usually iterative, and can be described as a diagnostic tree.



A car remote can become out of sync, which can cause it to stop working. A mobile technician equipped with right equipment can easily fix this, saving money compared to an auto repair service. Technicians can activate your Citroen remote using a special tool. This is a quick and simple procedure that can be done in about five seconds. Repeat this procedure for a second plip If the first one you tried doesn't work.

Dead Coin Battery

The most common cause of key fobs that jumpy aren't locking or unlocking is a dead coin battery. Metal clips are what hold the button cell battery in the key fob. They can break loose and weaken over time. Replace the old battery with a new one of the same size, voltage and specifications. Also, ensure that the metal clip for retaining is properly installed since improperly replacing a button cell battery can harm the internal electronic chip.

Key Fob Not Working

There are a variety of issues that can occur with your Citroen remote key. It could be a faulty transmitter or a dead battery. You might hear loose parts rattling around inside the fob and the LED lights might not be working. In these cases you must contact an auto locksmith to fix the issue.

The remote car key, also known as the smart key makes use of a transponder within the head to connect with the immobiliser of the car and allows it to start the car once you insert the key. These keys are extremely sought-after by customers due to their ease of use and reliability. The keys are also very robust and can easily be dropped, squeezed, or moved around, in contrast to those old flip key models which are now discarded.

It is crucial to remember that if your key will not start your car The issue is probably with the immobiliser in the car and not the actual key. It is not enough to just replace the key, it must be reprogrammed with the right equipment by an auto locksmith. This will require the use of a new transponder chip that will be programed into the key so that it can be used with the car and is able to unlock and open it from a distance, without having to physically reach the door lock.

Faulty Receiver Module

The remote keyless receiver module allows your key fobs as well as your vehicle to communicate. If  G28 Car Keys  of the key fobs are functioning and you have examined the battery of the coin for the life of the battery and reprogrammed it, then it could be that the receiver module has developed a fault.

It could be unable to send radio frequency signals or it may have become faulty due to age. Either way, this is a typical issue, and it will usually require replacement by a certified auto locksmith.

If you are a locksmith or garage and motor trader, please visit this page to learn about our trade accounts and how you can save money on your citroen dispatch remote replacement cost. If you're not a locksmith or motor trade then you can follow the links above to purchase your replacement key, or contact us here at KeyNOW to discuss our other options.

Remote key casing replacement with rubber buttons for Citroen Jumpy. This comes without the original packaging and is supplied by Delphi who manufacture these components for PSA Group. It is available as a blank (uncut) and/or cut to meet the requirements of your vehicle. Please refer to the Key Cutting Information Tab above for more details.