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Many car owners aren't aware that their keys come with some pretty cool features. You can choose to summon your car like Tesla or utilize the Panic button to keep out home invaders, these tricks can be useful in an emergency.
Key fobs are susceptible to a variety of physical damage, and are not impervious to destruction. It's relatively simple to fix an unusable keyfob.
Keyless Entry
Many modern cars come with key fobs, which allow owners to open and start their car without the need of inserting an actual key into the ignition barrel. The keys are equipped with a transponder chip which sends a coded signal to the car whenever it is inserted. Only if this is true is the vehicle able to start.
Key fobs offer a myriad of built-in features, some which the owners aren't aware of, but could be very useful when required. If your key fob from Citroen has stopped working, whether due to a drop on the floor that damaged the internal chip or simply because it stopped working, there are some solutions you might try.
First, you must check the battery inside your key fob. This is often the cause of many of the issues mentioned above, as a low or dead battery can stop the key fob from sending its signals to the receiver module inside the car. The replacement of the battery is easy and can be done at home. It is also a good idea to examine for damage from water to the key fob since this could also stop it from functioning. After replacing the battery, re-installing the key fob inside the ignition could 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 your remote doesn't respond when you press the unlock key on your key fob, it may be because the battery is dead. The remote needs be reprogrammed with your vehicle in this scenario. This process can be a bit different for each model of car, but the basic steps are usually identical. Before beginning, you must test all of the buttons on your fob to ensure none of them are broken.
It is important to determine if the key fob is vulnerable to damage from blunt force, water or even circuit board scratches. If it is, then you'll require to take the key fob from its case and do a visual inspection of its internal components. If the battery connector terminals have become broken or loose by a soldering mistake, putting them back in the correct position can restore your key fob's functioning condition.
Some models of key fobs feature a "Panic" button. The purpose of this button is to scare off potential thieves, especially when you are in a remote location like an underground parking garage. While it's not 100% foolproof but it could help deter criminals from attempting to steal your car or even gaining entry into your home. The panic button makes a loud noise, which will scare anyone near it.
Engine Start
This makes it easier to turn your car on and off via the key fob which is unique to you. The system makes sure that the engine will only come on when your key fob is nearby. This feature is particularly useful during colder months, as you can precool or warm your car at home.
If your car shows an error message stating "key not detected" Try placing the keyfob near the steering column, or on vehicles with more modern technology, place it inside the central armrest bin, dashboard or cupholder. The keyfob should now be equipped to press START to start the car.
It is easy to modify a Citroen's key fob yourself for locking and unlocking. Programming a keyfob for push-start is more complex and requires specialist knowledge and equipment. We are experts in this field If you've lost your key fob, or require assistance in getting it running, contact us.
Since 1998 all key transponders from Citroen are in use (also known as chips). These must be programmed. This can be a bit more complicated, especially in keys that have been lost, however, we can fix the majority of cars, even if all keys are missing.
Battery Warning Light
If you notice a yellow/orange warning light showing cars and swirls on the dash it could be the Citroen Traction control system is reporting an issue. It's important to seek help from a qualified mechanic or Citroen dealer to fix the problem. This will not affect driveability but should be inspected because it could require servicing of the system to fix this.
A key fob battery low warning symbol on the dash can mean that the batteries in the key fob are low. G28 will have to be replaced. It's not difficult to do and can be done while driving. Most keys can be opened to let replacement batteries to go in. Most electronics stores sell the CR2025 and CR2032 3-Volt batteries. Refer to the owner's manual of your device for the specifics or YouTube videos on how to use this.
Since 1998, all Citroen automobiles were equipped with transponders in their keys that have to be programmed to the vehicle. This is much more simple than in the past and we can do this on-site, including for lost keys. Keys of the past used a chip with fixed codes such as the philips type 33. We can still make spare keys for these models, however they will need the key code to program them.