How to Use Your Citroen Key Fob Smartly
Many car owners are unaware that their keys have some really cool features. These tricks are useful when you have to summon your vehicle such as Tesla, or deter home intrusions.
Key fobs are subject to lots of physical abuse, and they aren't indestructible. Fortunately fixing a dead or damaged key fob is fairly simple.
Keyless Entry
Many modern vehicles are equipped with key fobs that permit owners to open and start their car without the need to insert a physical key into the ignition barrel. The keys are equipped with a transponder that transmits a cryptic message to the car. Only when the signal is right can the car start.
Certain key fobs have several features that owners might not be aware of, but could prove useful when needed. If your key fob from Citroen stopped working, whether due to dropping it on the floor that caused damage to the internal chip or simply because it has stopped working, then there are some things you could try.
It is recommended to first check the battery of your key fob. Many of the problems described above are caused by an insufficient or dead key fob battery. It may stop the keyfob from sending signals to the receiver module in the vehicle. TheKeyLab of the battery is easy, and is done at home. It is also a good idea to check for water damage to the key fob because this could also prevent it from functioning. Re-installing your key fob in the ignition after you have replaced the batteries will assist in restoring the functionality. It is also a good idea to test the lock and unlock functions of every buttons on the key fob.
Remote Locking
If you press the unlock button on your key fob, but it fails to respond, the battery in the remote could be dead. If this is the case, the fob must be reprogrammed in order to work with your vehicle. This process is a little different for each model of car but the fundamental steps are the same. It is important to check all the buttons on your key fob before you begin to check that none of them are damaged.
Take note of whether the key fob might be damaged through blunt force, water or even circuit board scratches. You'll have to disassemble the key fob, and then examine its internal components. If the battery connector terminals are loose or broken and you need to fix them, carefully putting them back to their original positions can restore your key fob to a good working condition.
Certain models of key fobs come with the "Panic" button. This button is designed to deter potential thieves from your car, particularly if you are located in an isolated location such as an underground parking garage. It's not 100% reliable however it can deter criminals who may try to steal your vehicle or break into your home. A push of the panic button will create an alarming sound that will make anyone nervous if they are near it.
Engine Start
Simplely turns your car's engine on and off by using a signal from a key fob that is unique to you. The system will ensure that the engine will only turn on if your keyfob is in close proximity. This feature is particularly useful during colder months, as you can precool or warm your car at home.
If your car displays an error message saying "key not detected" Try putting the keyfob in the steering column or on some newer vehicles place it in the central armrest bin, dashboard or cupholder. The keyfob should now be equipped to press START to start the vehicle.
Reprogramming the Citroen key fob to lock and unlocking is fairly simple to do by yourself. However, programming a key fob for push start is more complicated and requires specialist equipment and experience. We are experts in this field If you've lost the key fob you have or need assistance with getting it going contact us.
Since 1998 all Citroen keys use transponders (also called chips) and must be programmed. This is a little more difficult, especially for keys that have been lost, however, we can fix the majority of cars even when keys are not present.
Battery Warning Light
If you see a yellow/orange warning light that shows a car and swirls on the dash, it could be the Citroen Traction control system is reporting fault. It's important to seek help from a qualified mechanic or Citroen dealership to resolve the issue. This will not affect driveability but should be checked since it's likely to need servicing of the system to resolve this.
The key fob's battery warning icon on your dashboard may suggest that the batteries in the key fob have very low levels. The batteries must be replaced. It's simple to do, and it can be done while driving. The majority of keys can be opened to let replacement batteries to be inserted. Most electronics stores carry the CR2025 and CR2032 3-Volt batteries. Check your owner's manual for details or YouTube videos on how to use this.
Since 1998 since 1998, all Citroen vehicles are equipped with transponders that must be programmed into the vehicle. This is a lot easier than the previous model, and we can program keys on-site. The older type of key was a chip with fixed codes, similar to the type 33 philips. We are able to make spare keys for these models, however they'll require the key code to program them.