Citroen Dispatching Remote Key Replacement
Up to 1997 Citroen automobiles used keys that do not utilise transponders (chip). These keys are programmed without the need for specialist equipment on-site.
If your key fob isn't functioning, it could be due to many possible reasons, including damaged buttons, defective battery contacts water damage, or receiver module problems.
Troubleshooting
Fault diagnosis is the process of pinpointing one or more root causes of problems, up to the point where corrective measures can be taken. This is often referred by the term fault isolation, and is an essential part of automation systems for operations management. It consists of three steps: localization, estimation, and detection.
Common methods for fault detection utilize simulation to find the possible responses to tests in the event of different faults, and then store the expected results in a database. Then, after a test is conducted, the actual results of the test are compared with these expected ones. If the actual results match one of the expected results, the corresponding fault is identified. The process of identifying mistakes is usually iterative and referred to as a diagnosis tree.
A car remote could become out of sync, causing it to malfunction. A mobile technician with correct equipment can solve this problem, saving money as opposed to the dealership service. Technicians have a special tool to activate your remote plip of your Citroen, making it work in good and working along with the vehicle. It's a simple and quick procedure that can be completed within five seconds. You can repeat this for a second plip, in case your first one fails.
Dead Coin Battery
The most frequent cause for keys that are not locking or unlocking is a dead coin battery. The button cell battery inside the key fob is held in place by clips of metal. Over time these clips may become weaker and looser. Replace the battery you have used with a new one of the same size, voltage and specification. Make sure that the retainer clip is correctly installed. A button cell battery replaced incorrectly can damage the electronic chip.
Faulty Key Fob
There are a variety of situations that can go wrong with your Citroen remote key. Most often, it's a dead battery, however it could also be due to a damaged or defective transmitter. It is possible to hear the fob shaking and the LED lights not working. In TheKeyLab must contact an auto locksmith for assistance in fixing the problem.
The remote car key, also known as the smart key, uses a transponder in the head to connect with the immobiliser system in the car and allows it to start when you insert the key. People love these keys because they are convenient and reliable. The keys are also durable and can be dropped, squeezed or toss around, unlike the flip keys of the past that are now obsolete.
However it is important to remember that if the key doesn't start your car, then the issue is most likely with the immobiliser in the vehicle and not with the key. It is not enough to just replace the key, it must be reprogrammed using the appropriate equipment by an auto locksmith. This will require a new transponder is programmed into the keys so they can work with the vehicle. They can also open and lock the doors from a distance without having to touch the lock.
Faulty Receiver Module
The remote keyless system receiver module is what lets the key fobs communicate with your vehicle. If you've verified that the coin batteries are working and reprogrammed the key fobs but they still don't work it could be because of the receiver module.
It could have stopped sending radio frequency signals, or it might have become inoperable due to aging. This is a common issue and a locksmith for autos is required to replace it.
Click here to find out more about our trade accounts. You can also save money by purchasing the replacement dispatch key for your Citroen. If you're not a locksmith or motor trade then you can follow the links above to buy your replacement key, or call us at KeyNOW to discuss other options.
Replacement remote key casing with rubber buttons for Citroen Jumpy. It comes with the original packaging and is supplied by Delphi who manufacture these parts for PSA Group. This is available as a blank (uncut) or cut to your vehicle, check out the 'Key Cutting Information' tab above for details.