Citroen Dispatching Remote Key Replacement

Citroen cars prior to 1997 had keys that did not have a transponder. These key types are programmable on site without the need for special equipment.

If your key fob stops working, it could be due to a number of different causes such as worn buttons or battery contacts not making contact and water damage to the receiver module or key issues.

Fault Diagnosis

Fault diagnosis is a method that determines the root cause of a problem, so that corrective actions can be implemented. This is commonly referred to by the term fault isolation and is an essential component of automation systems for operations management. It involves three steps that include localization, estimation and detection.

The most common methods of fault diagnosis employ simulation to determine possible responses to a test in the presence of various faults, and then save these expected results in a database. Then, after a testing procedure is conducted and the results are compared to these expected ones. If the actual results match one of the expected results, the fault is identified. The process of identifying mistakes is usually iterative, and described as a diagnosis tree.

A car remote key could become out of connection with your vehicle and cause it to stop functioning correctly. This issue can be easily corrected by an expert mobile technician with the correct equipment, thus saving you money over a dealership service. Technicians can activate your citroen xsara picasso key remote plip using a specific tool. This is a simple and quick procedure that can be completed in just five seconds. You can even repeat this for a second plip, in the event that your first does not work.

Dead Coin Battery

The most common cause of key fobs that jumpy aren't locking or unlocking is a dead battery. The button cell battery inside the key fob is held in place by metal retaining clips. These can become loose and weaken with time. Replace the old battery by one of a new model that has identical in size, voltage, and specification. Make sure that the clip for retaining has been correctly installed. A button cell battery that is replaced incorrectly can damage the electronic chip.

Key Fob Faulty

There are a myriad of things that could go wrong with your Citroen remote key. Most often, it's an empty battery, but it could also be a damaged or defective transmitter. There may be loose parts rattling around inside the fob or the LEDs may not be functioning. In these instances you'll have to contact an auto locksmith for assistance in fixing the problem.

The remote car key, also referred to as the smart key, incorporates a transponder into the head to connect with the immobiliser system in the car and allows it to start when you insert the key. These keys are extremely sought-after by customers due to their ease of use and dependability. Keys can be dropped, squeezed or thrown, as opposed to the flip-keys of the past that are no longer used.

It is important to keep in mind that if your car key does not start your car the issue is probably with an immobiliser in your car and not the actual key. It's not enough to replace the key, it needs to be reprogrammed by an auto locksmith with the correct equipment. This will require that a new transponder is programmed into the keys so they can work with the car. 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 allows the key fobs communicate with your vehicle. If none of the key fobs are functioning, and you have checked the coin battery for health and then reprogrammed them then it could be because the receiver module has developed a fault.

It could be unable to send radio frequency signals or it may have become faulty due to ageing. It's a common problem and will most likely need replacing by a qualified auto locksmith.

Click here to learn more about our trade accounts. You can also save money on an exchange citroen dispatch key. If you're not a motor trade or locksmith, you can make an order for a replacement key using the links above, Citroen xsara Key or you can contact us at KeyNOW for more details.

Replacement key casing for the aftermarket remote for the citroen xsara key Jumpy (Dispatch) with rubber buttons. This item is not included in the original packaging. It was manufactured by PSA Group for Delphi. This is available as a blank (uncut) or cut to fit your vehicle, look up the 'Key Cutting Info tab above for further details.