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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

The replacement of your car key can appear to be a daunting task particularly if you've lost yours. To obtain a replacement it is necessary to call an authorized locksmith or a local dealer.

This could cost you a lot of money. You can prevent this from happening by working with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

If you lose your keys, it can be a huge hassle. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will help you get your life back on course.

We offer regular and high-security key duplicate. For normal keys we employ the key cutting machine which can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is placed in a vise and cut with a blade, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed with a wire brush that is built into the machine, or manually with a bench grinder. This is to remove burrs that could be sharp and harm the lock.

When you're dealing with high-security keys, you need a special machine that can cut these types of keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, however it is also very accurate. Bring the original key to get these keys cut. Differences in shape could make the key useless.

We use Framon 2 manual originating machines that are regarded as the most stable and accurate in the market. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their work benches to the floor and functioning perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen is fitted with transponder systems, it will require the use of a key that has been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car, and in the event that a different key is used the on-board computer will not recognize the serial number, and cannot allow the engine to begin.

Typically, when a loss of a car key is lost the owner must visit their local dealer to get an alternative key, and then get it programmed into the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two and five working days and the original key will be required.

You can save money by buying the key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, making it possible for you to start your car with an alternative key. This will save your time and money as you won't need to wait for the dealer to cut a new key.

Making an extra key is simple and can be completed on-site within a matter of minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. Recently, the manufacturer has incorporated a PIN on a'security card' made of plastic' the size of an ordinary credit card in the owners wallet. It is required to remove it from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you and save you the trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the lock or key get damaged, it could cause issues locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock from your home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. We can also create spare keys in the event that yours has been lost or stolen.

Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, making keys is a simple procedure that can be completed on-site in only a few moments. Since 1998 all models need an individual code that is stored inside a plastic card that is that is the size of a credit card and kept in the owner's wallet. We are able to quickly locate the code and program your replacement key for citroen berlingo van Citroen van key for you.

The key fob might be out of sync with the car. We have the tools in our vans to restore synchronisation of your keys and get you back on the road in no time at all - again saving you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealership fees.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are built to operate with a particular key that goes through various motions to start. If this process is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged to the ignition barrel then the car will not start. It can be difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This task should be done by an experienced professional. Our experts can take out the keys without damaging your car with tools and the lubricant.

Over time, the key and the tumblers inside the cylinder of ignition can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. The issue could be made more difficult by having a heavy keychain that adds extra stress to the tumblers. We suggest having your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts prior to when they are deemed unusable.

Finding your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be costly and time-consuming process. The dealership will send you a replacement key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll have to return your V5 along with your ID documents to have it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by visiting your workplace or at home to perform a Citroen replacement key service for less than the dealer will charge.