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How to Use Your Citroen Key Fob Smartly
Many car owners don't realize that their key fobs come with some pretty cool functions. These techniques can be useful when you have to summon your vehicle, like Tesla, or deter home intrusions.
Key fobs can be subject to a great deal of physical damage, and are not impervious to destruction. Fortunately, fixing a dead key fob is relatively simple.
Keyless Entry
Modern cars are equipped with key fobs that permit the owner to open and start the car without having put a physical key in the ignition barrel. Keys with transponders contain a chip that transmits a coded signal to the car whenever they are inserted. Only when this is true is the vehicle allowed to start.
Some key fobs come with several features that the owners may not be aware of, but could prove useful in the event of. If your key fob from Citroen was not working, whether due to a drop on the floor that damaged the internal chip or simply because it stopped working, then there are some things you might want to try.
It is recommended to first check the battery of your key fob. Many of the issues described above are caused by a low or dead key fob battery. It could stop the keyfob from sending signals to the receiver module inside the vehicle. It is easy to replace the battery at home. Make sure there is no water damage on the key fob since this can cause it to stop functioning. After replacing the battery, re-seating the key fob inside the ignition will help restore its function. It is also a good idea to test the locking and unlock functions of each buttons on the key fob.
Remote Locking
If you press the unlock button on your key fob, but it fails to respond to your call, the battery in your remote may be dead. If this is the case, your fob needs to be reset to function with your car. The procedure is different for each car model, however, it's generally the same. You should examine all buttons on your key fob prior to when you begin to check that they are not damaged.
Take note of whether the key fob might be damaged through blunt force, water or scratches on the circuit board. You'll need to take apart the key fob and examine its internal components. If the battery connector's terminals are loose or broken then carefully re-soldering them to their original positions can restore your key fob back to working condition.
Some models of key fobs feature the "Panic" button. This button is designed to deter potential thieves from your vehicle, particularly when you live in an isolated area such as an underground parking garage. Although the function isn't 100% secure, it can help to discourage criminals from attempting to steal your car or even gaining entry into your home. The press of the panic button will create loud sounds that make anyone nervous if they are near it.
Engine Start
This makes it easier to turn your car off and on via an electronic key fob that is unique to you. The system also ensures that the engine will only begin to run if your key fob is close to. This feature can be especially beneficial in colder weather since it allows you to heat or precool your car from the convenience of your home.
If your car shows an error message that says "key not detected", try holding your keyfob close to the steering column, or on newer vehicles, place it in the central armrest bin, dashboard or cupholder. The keyfob should now be in a position to press START to start the car.
Reprogramming the Citroen key fob for locking and unlocking is a breeze to do by yourself. However, programming the key fob to push start is more difficult and requires specialized equipment and skills. We are experts in this field, so if you have lost your key or need assistance to get it started, contact us and we can get you back on the road fast and quickly.
From 1998 all Citroen keys are equipped with transponders (also called chips) and these need to be programmed. It is often more difficult to accomplish this, particularly in the case of lost keys. However, we can still fix the majority of cars even in the event that all keys are gone.
Battery Warning Light
If you see a yellow/orange warning light that shows cars and swirls across the dash, it could be the Citroen traction control system that is reporting fault. It is important to seek assistance by a trained mechanic or Citroen dealership to resolve the problem. This won't affect driving but it is important to check because it may need a system repair to resolve the issue.
The low battery of the key fob warning symbol on the dash can mean that the batteries in the key fob are very low. They'll require replacement. It is simple and can be done on the road as most keys can be opened so that the replacement batteries can be inserted to go in. Most electronics stores carry the CR2025 and CR2032 3-Volt batteries. You can either watch YouTube videos or refer to your owner's manual for more details.
Since 1998, all Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponders that must be programmed into the vehicle. This is much simpler than the previous model, and we can program keys on-site. g28carkeys.co.uk was a chip that had fixed codes, such as the type 33 philips. We are still able to create spare keys for these models however they'll need a key code from the vehicle to program them.