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How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key DS Automobiles is the luxury brand of Citroen. The DS name is a reference to 'Different Spirit' and the marque's aim is to marry innovation with grace and glamour. Book Citroen Ds3 essential services online in just a few minutes. Compare prices, reviews, and availability near your location. Enter your registration number to get competitive repair estimates for your local area. Replacement Keys It is recommended to contact an auto locksmith that is reputable if you've lost the only Citroen key that you own and require an replacement. This is because it will reduce the cost and stress. When you visit a dealer, you must bring your vehicle in and present your identity documents to purchase the 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 into your vehicle. This can be very expensive and time-consuming. There are several different types of Citroen keys, based on what model and year your vehicle is. Certain models have keys that open doors from a distance, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start your car. These keys are equipped with a transponder, which allows them to connect with the car. The embedded chip in the key needs to be programmed to work with your specific car. A technician on the move will come to you and resynchronize the key to your vehicle. They'll be equipped with all the equipment necessary to complete the task and won't charge as much as an auto dealer would. Transponder Chips A transponder chip in your key is designed to prevent the hot-wiring of your car. This is a method commonly used by car thieves to steal vehicles. If G28 have keys with chip, it will deactivate your immobilizer if the wrong key was used to start the vehicle. This technology is extremely effective in preventing auto theft. The transponder chips inside your citroen ds3 keys may be out of sync with your vehicle from time to time It's therefore important to ensure their security. If they're lost or stolen an expert mobile locksmith can make use of the equipment in their van to reprogram your new key so that it can be able to work with your car once again. You'll pay much less for this service than at a dealership. If you love surfing, fishing, boating or kayaking, a key with transponder chips can make your life much easier. This type of key can be placed in your surfboard or fishing pole if you don't want to carry a key made of metal with you. Keys lost or stolen Keep a spare key somewhere safe to avoid losing them. If you have a hard time remembering where you put things, you can try placing the spare key in a spot that is noticeable to you (like on your keychain). If you have trouble to remember where you put items, consider purchasing a keyring in a bright colour or pattern. 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. The vehicles that were manufactured from 1998 and onwards will have a transponder within them that must 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'll need to visit your dealer and show your V5 along with your ID to request replacement keys. Then they can take two to five days to arrive and they will need to be programmed into your vehicle before you are able to drive it. We can program and cut keys replacements in a fraction of than the time it takes the dealership, and at cheaper prices. We can also reprogram malfunctioning Citroen remote control (fob) keys, which can easily get out of synch with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the equipment to perform this task efficiently and quickly.