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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's not an easy task to replace your car's key in particular if it's lost. You'll need to call a local locksmith or dealership to obtain a new key.

This could cost you a significant amount of money. It is possible to avoid this by using a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are vital to your everyday life If they're lost, it can cause a major inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key Cutting service services to help you get back on the right track.

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

You require a machine that is designed to cut high-security keys. This machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. Bring the original key when you get these keys cut. Differences in shape could make the key useless.

We employ Framon 2 manual originating machines, which are regarded as the most reliable and stable in the industry, some users have told tales of them falling off their work benches to the floor and still 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 if a different key is employed, the onboard computer cannot recognize the serial number, and cannot allow the engine to start.

In the normal course, if a lost car key is lost the owner must visit their local dealer in order to obtain a replacement, and have it programmed into the vehicle. This could take between two and five working days and the original key will be required.

However you can cut down on the cost by buying a key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your vehicle with a brand new key. You will save time and money by not waiting for the car dealer.

Making a spare key is relatively easy and can be done on-site in just a few minutes for Citroen models prior to 2000. The manufacturer has recently added a pin to an actual "security card" the size of a small credit card that is kept in the owner's wallet. This must be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can help you with this and save you the trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the key or lock are damaged, it can cause issues locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We will come to your home and fix the lock or ignition barrel at a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make spare keys in case yours have been lost or stolen.

Up until 1998 all Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips, therefore creating an entirely new key for them is pretty straight forward and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require a unique code which is stored on a card the size of a small credit card and kept in the wallet of the owner. We are able to quickly locate the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

The key fob can lost key to car citroen be out of sync with the car. We have the equipment in our vans that can re-synchronize your keys and get you back on the road in no time at all and save you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars work with a specific key which goes through a series of motions to start. If this is interrupted by a damaged or jammed key, or damage to the ignition barrel then the car will not start. It is difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This should only be handled by a professional. Our experts can take out the keys without damaging your car using tools and grease.

Over time the key and the tumblers inside the ignition cylinder wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. The problem can be exacerbated by a heavy keychain that puts extra stress on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts prior to when they break and become useless.

Getting your citroen berlingo key keys replaced at a dealership can be a costly and time-consuming process. The dealership will order you the replacement key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll need to return with your V5 and your ID documents to have it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money if we come to your office or home to complete the Citroen key replacement service at a cheaper cost than what the dealer will charge.