Citroën Auto Locksmith
Devon, Dorset & Somerset
C1 · C3 · C4 · C5X · Berlingo · Dispatch · Relay · SpaceTourer
Your local Citroën auto locksmith for the whole South West. Citroën key replacement, spare keys, programming, lockouts and BSI immobiliser faults — for the C1, C3, C4 Cactus, Berlingo van and the full Citroën range. Mobile service at your location, 24 hours a day, with a confirmed price before we travel.
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Your Local Citroën Key Specialist
I'm Dean — a specialist mobile auto locksmith based in Honiton with over 15 years of experience, including regular work on Citroën vehicles. Like Peugeot, Citroën uses the BSI (Built-in Systems Interface) to manage key pairing and the immobiliser — a central control unit that links the key electronically to the vehicle's security system. Whether you've lost your Citroën keys, need a spare Citroën key, or your Citroën BSI isn't recognising the key, I carry AUTEL and Xhorse equipment built for the full PSA/Stellantis range.
Unlike a main dealer, I come to you — home, workplace, car park or roadside — and complete the Citroën key programming on-site. No recovery vehicle, no dealer wait, and the cost is typically a fraction of dealer pricing.
The Citroën Berlingo and Dispatch are among the most common commercial van callouts I attend across Devon and Somerset. Newer Citroën models (C3 III, C4 III, Berlingo III) use the updated PSA/Stellantis platform, while older models use earlier PSA architecture — I work across both. For independent consumer advice on key security, Citizens Advice has a useful guide on service disputes.
Citroën Key Types We Work With
Citroën has used a range of key and entry technologies across its model range. I work with all of them:
Citroën Flip Keys
Fold-out blade keys with an integrated remote, used across C3 and C4 models.
Citroën Proximity Keys
Hands-free keys that unlock and start the car without pressing a button.
Citroën Keyless Entry
Detect-and-go systems on newer C4, C5X and SpaceTourer models.
Citroën BSI Transponder Keys
Chip-coded keys that pair with the Built-in Systems Interface.
Citroën Smart Keys
Push-button start keys on newer Stellantis-platform models.
Citroën Plip Remote Keys
Older-style separate remote fobs paired with a cut mechanical key.
Citroën Vehicles Covered (Model & Year)
I cover the full Citroën range across all the years these models have been on UK roads, including hatchbacks, SUVs and the Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay vans:
| Model | Years Covered | Common Key Type |
|---|---|---|
| Citroën C1 | 2005–2022 | Flip / transponder key |
| Citroën C3 | 2002–Present | Flip key / proximity |
| Citroën C4 / C4 Cactus | 2004–Present | Flip / smart key |
| Citroën C5X | 2021–Present | Keyless smart key |
| Citroën Berlingo | 2002–Present | Remote flip key |
| Citroën Dispatch | 2007–Present | Remote flip key |
| Citroën Relay | 2006–Present | Remote / flip key |
| Citroën SpaceTourer | 2016–Present | Smart key |
| Citroën C3 Aircross / C5 Aircross | 2017–Present | Smart / proximity key |
Don't see your model or year? Call 07830249408 — I cover virtually the entire Citroën range and will confirm your exact vehicle in under a minute.
Our Citroën Auto Locksmith Services
Citroën Key Replacement (Lost Keys)
Lost all your Citroën keys? No original needed. Using your VIN and BSI data I create a complete replacement key on-site. See lost car keys for more on the process.
Spare Citroën Keys
A spare Citroën key prevents future lockouts. I cut and programme spares for all Citroën models on-site — far cheaper than an emergency replacement later.
Citroën Berlingo & Dispatch Van Keys
Berlingo and Dispatch van key replacement is a regular commercial callout. I prioritise immobilised work vehicles and carry the equipment as standard for same-day resolution.
Citroën Key Programming
Citroën key programming via the BSI module. My AUTEL equipment programmes new keys, syncs fobs and resolves BSI faults across older PSA and newer Stellantis-platform models.
Citroën Key Fob Repairs
A Citroën key fob that's stopped working often just needs a battery, button repair or reprogramming. I diagnose and repair before recommending a replacement.
Citroën Broken Key Extraction
Snapped a Citroën key in the door or barrel? I safely extract the broken blade and cut a fresh working key on-site.
Common Citroën Issues We See
Across thousands of Citroën callouts, certain faults come up again and again. If you're experiencing any of these, I can help:
Recent Citroën Job — Taunton
Citroën Berlingo — Lost Only Key
A small business owner lost the only key to a 2020 Citroën Berlingo in Taunton with a full load aboard. I attended the same day, gained non-destructive entry, accessed the BSI module, cut and programmed a new remote key on-site, and deleted the missing key for security. The customer was back on the road within the hour — at a fraction of the Citroën dealer quote and with no recovery vehicle needed.
Main Dealer vs DB Car Keys
For most Citroën key and lock jobs, a mobile specialist saves you time and money compared with a main dealer:
| Main Dealer | DB Car Keys | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting the car there | ✗Recovery often needed | ✓We come to you |
| Waiting time | ✗Days, parts ordered | ✓Same day |
| Pricing | ✗Higher | ✓Typically lower |
| Where the work happens | ✗Workshop visit | ✓Mobile, at your location |
| Availability | ✗Business hours | ✓24/7 emergency |
What Citroën Customers Say
“Lost my only Berlingo key in Taunton with a van full of stock. Dean was there within the hour, sorted the key on-site and saved me a fortune on what the dealer quoted. Absolute lifesaver.”
— Google ReviewWhy Choose DB Car Keys for Your Citroën?
Citroën BSI Expertise
Specialist knowledge of Citroën's BSI immobiliser across older PSA and newer Stellantis models.
Fully Mobile
I come to you anywhere in Devon, Dorset and Somerset — home, work or roadside.
Upfront Pricing
A confirmed price before I travel. No call-out bait fees, nothing added on arrival.
Cost-Effective
Typically a fraction of main dealer prices for the same Citroën key and programming work.
Fast Response
Most Citroën jobs completed on the same visit, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Professional Equipment
AUTEL and Xhorse diagnostic tools — the same standard used by dealerships.
Citroën Auto Locksmith Near Me
Looking for a Citroën auto locksmith near you?
DB Car Keys is a fully mobile Citroën specialist, so "near me" really does mean near you. Whether you need a Citroën locksmith in Exeter, a Citroën Berlingo locksmith in Taunton, a Citroën locksmith in Plymouth, or a Citroën key specialist anywhere across Devon, Dorset and Somerset, I arrive with the equipment to read the BSI and programme keys on the spot.
Searches like "Citroën key replacement near me", "Citroën locksmith near me" or "Citroën Berlingo key replacement Somerset" all lead to the same place — a local, mobile, fully-equipped service. Call 07830249408 with your postcode for an honest ETA. See my full area coverage for everywhere I work.
Frequently Asked Questions — Citroën
Yes. Using your VIN and BSI data I create a complete new Citroën key with no original required. All old keys are deleted from the system for security.
Yes — I access the BSI module through the OBD port and programme a brand new key on-site. This works across older PSA and newer Stellantis-platform Citroëns.
Yes. I programme Citroën proximity keys and smart keys for the C4, C5X and newer models. Read the BSI, programme the new smart key, test and hand over.
It depends on the model and key type. I give a confirmed price before I travel — call 07830249408 with your model and year.
Yes. Berlingo and Dispatch van key replacement is one of my most regular commercial callouts. I carry the equipment as standard and prioritise immobilised work vehicles.
Yes. I programme genuine-quality keys to the same standard as a Citroën dealership using professional AUTEL equipment — usually at a lower price and the same day.
Yes. This is usually a BSI module communication fault or a failed transponder. I can diagnose it on-site, resync the key or programme a replacement.
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Fast, mobile Citroën key replacement, programming and lockout service across Devon, Dorset and Somerset. Upfront pricing, 24/7 availability.