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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car key particularly if it's lost. To obtain a replacement, you'll need to call a local dealership or locksmith.

This could cost you a lot of money. It is possible to avoid this with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

If you lose your keys, it could be a major inconvenience. Fortunately, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can assist you in getting back on track.

We provide regular and high-security keys duplicate. For regular keys we use a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise or keys made of cylinders. The key is placed in a vise and cut with a blade, then the new key is cleaned with a wire brush that is built inside the machine or with a bench grinder. This is to remove burrs which could be sharp and damage the lock.

When it comes to keys with high security you will require a special machine designed to cut these keys. The machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. It is a good idea bring the original key with you when getting these keys cut because differences in the shape of the key could render it useless.

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

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponders, you'll require a key to be programmed into the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and when a different key is used, the computer onboard will not recognise the serial number, and cannot allow the engine to start.

In the normal course, if a lost car key occurs the owner must visit their local dealer to obtain an alternate key and have 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 a key at an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your car with a new key. You will save time and money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive.

citroen c3 key fob pre-2000 models can be made into spare keys in two minutes. More recently, the company has incorporated a PIN on a'security card' made of plastic' the size of a credit card inside the wallet of the owner. This needs to be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can do this for you, and you'll save going to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the key or lock become damaged it can cause problems locking, citroen replacement key unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can visit your home and fix the barrel of your lock or ignition at a fraction of the cost of citroen berlingo van key replacement dealers. We can also provide replacement keys if you've lost or stolen yours.

Prior to 1998, all citroen c4 key fob replacement vehicles don't use transponder chips, therefore creating the new keys for them is fairly straight easy and can be completed on-site in a matter of minutes. Since 1998, all models require an unique code that's stored in a plastic credit card similar to a credit card, and then kept in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly get this code and add a replacement Citroen key to your van for you.

The key fob can be out-of-synchronisation with the car. We have the tools in our vans to re-synchronise your key and get you back on the road in no time at all and save you up to 50% compared with Citroen dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have a key that goes through a series of movements to start. If this is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged to the ignition barrel then the car will not start. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should be done by an expert. Our technicians can extract your keys without causing damage to your car using tools and oil.

Over time the key and the tumblers in the ignition cylinder could wear out and make it difficult, or even impossible to turn the car key. This issue can be exacerbated due to the weight of the keychain attached to your keys that causes extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we recommend getting your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they go out of service.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key with the dealer. The dealership will then order the replacement key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. You will need to bring along your V5 and your ID documents to have it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your workplace or at home to carry out a Citroen replacement key service for less than what the dealer charges.