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How to Use Your Citroen Key Fob Smartly Many car owners are unaware that their key fobs come with some pretty cool features. If you're looking to summon your car like Tesla or use the Panic button to keep out burglars from your home, these techniques are useful in the moment. Key fobs are subject to plenty of physical abuse, but they're not indestructible. It's relatively easy to fix an unusable keyfob. Keyless Entry Modern cars come with key fobs that allow the owner to unlock and start the vehicle without having to put a physical key in the ignition barrel. The keys are equipped with a transponder that transmits a coded signal to the car. Only when the signal is right can the car begin to move. Certain key fobs include several features that owners might not be aware of but could prove useful when they are needed. If your citroen key fob was not working, regardless of whether it was because of dropping it on the floor which damaged the internal chip or simply because it has stopped working, there are some options you might try. First, you must check the battery in your key fob to check for battery issues. A majority of the issues discussed above are caused by an unresponsive or dead key fob battery. It can prevent the key fob from sending signals to receiver module in the vehicle. Replacing the battery is simple and can be done at home. Check for any water damage to the key fob, since this could also cause it to cease functioning. After you have replaced the battery, reconnecting the key fob in the ignition can aid in restoring its functionality. It is also a good idea to test all the buttons on the key fob to test both lock and unlock functions. Remote Locking If your remote does not respond when you press the unlock button on your key fob it could be because the battery is dead. The fob will have be programmed again to work with your vehicle in this situation. This process can be a bit different for every car model but the fundamental steps are generally the same. Before starting, check all the buttons on your fob to ensure there aren't any broken ones. Consider whether the key fob is likely to be damaged by blunt force, water or circuit board scratch marks. If it is, you will require to take the key fob off and take a look of its internal components. If the battery connector terminals have become damaged or broken by a soldering mistake, putting them back in place can restore your key fob's functioning condition. Some key fobs come with one “Panic Button”. This button is designed to deter potential thieves from your vehicle, specifically if you are in an area that is isolated, such as an underground parking garage. Although the function isn't 100% secure but it can discourage criminals from trying to steal your car or even break into your home. A press of the panic button will make loud sounds that alarm anyone who is near it. Engine Start It is possible to switch your car's on or off using your unique key fob. The system also makes sure that the engine will only be started if the key fob you have is by. This feature is especially useful in cold weather, since you can precool or heat your car at home. If your car displays an error message saying “key not detected” Try putting your keyfob close to the steering column or on some newer vehicles place it in the central armrest bin, the dashboard or cupholder. It should then be possible to use the keyfob to press START to start the car. Reprogramming the Citroen key fob to lock and unlocking is pretty easy to do yourself. To program a keyfob for push-start is more complex and requires expert knowledge and equipment. We are experts in this field and if you've lost your key or require assistance getting it started, call us today and we'll get you back on the road fast and quickly. Since 1998 all Citroen keys are equipped with transponders (also called chips) and need to be programmed. It can be difficult to accomplish this, particularly when keys are lost. However, we can still fix the majority of cars even when all keys are missing. Battery Warning Light If you see a red/yellow light with swirls on the dashboard, it could be the traction control system in your Citroen. To fix the issue it is recommended to speak with a qualified mechanic or Citroen dealer. It shouldn't affect your driving but should be inspected since it's likely to need servicing of the system in order to fix this. The low battery of the key fob warning symbol on the dash may indicate that the batteries inside the key fob are extremely low. They will require replacing. It is simple and can be done at the side of the road because most keys can be pried open to allow the replacement batteries in. They are usually the CR2025 or CR2032 3-Volt models that are sold at all electronics stores. Go through your owner's manual to find the details, or watch YouTube videos on how to do this. From 1998 all Citroen vehicles were equipped with transponders within their keys, which have to be programmed to the vehicle. TheKeyLab is much easier than the previous model, and keys can be programmed on-site. The old key type was a chip with fixed codes, much like the type 33 philips. We can still make spare keys for these models, but they will need a key code to program them.