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Electronic immobilizer

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It locks the engine management system as soon as the ignition is switched off and prevents the vehicle from being started by force.

The key contains an electronic chip with a unique code. When the ignition is switched on, the code must be recognised for the engine to start.

In the event of a fault, the vehicle will not start.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

! Driving with the doors locked may make it harder to

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