How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace the car key especially if it's lost. You'll have to contact an authorized locksmith in your area or a dealership to get a new one.

This can cost you a lot of money. You can reduce this cost by using a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are essential to your everyday life If they're lost, it can create a significant inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to assist you in getting back on the right track.

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

When it comes to high-security keys it is necessary to use a machine that is designed to cut these keys. The machine is more expensive but it's also extremely precise. Bring the original key to get these keys cut. The shape of the key could make the key useless.

Framon 2 manual-driven machine is considered to be the most stable and accurate in the industry. Some people have told stories of them falling off their work bench, but performing perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has a transponder system it will require keys that have been programmed to it. The transponder chip that is in every car is unique. If the key used was different the computer on board could not recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't begin.

In the normal course, if a lost car key is lost the owner must visit their local dealer to obtain an alternate key and get it programmed into the vehicle. It can take between two and five days and they'll need the original key on hand.

You can save money by buying a key at an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your vehicle with an alternative key. This will save you time and money as you don't have to sit around for the car dealer to create a replacement.

citroen berlingo key fob programming models before 2000 can be made into spare keys in only two minutes. More recently, the company has put a PIN number on a plastic 'security card that is the size of credit card that is kept in the owners wallet. This must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you, and you'll save an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the key or lock is damaged, it may create problems when locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock from your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen Key Case Replacement dealers charge. We can also make replacement keys if you've lost or stolen yours.

All Citroen vehicles don't use transponder chips, so making a new key for them is a breeze simple and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require a code which is stored on a'security card' that is about the size a credit card in the owners wallet. We can quickly get the code and program your replacement citroen car key fob supplier van key for you.

The main issue with newer keys is that the fob goes out of sync' to your car. We have the equipment in our vans to re-synchronise your key and get you back on the road in a matter of minutes - 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 is interrupted by a jammed key or damage to the barrel that is used for ignition, the car will not start. Removing a damaged or stuck key from the ignition can be difficult and should be handled by a professional. Our specialists can remove the keys without damaging your vehicle using tools and grease.

Over time, the key and the tumblers inside the ignition cylinder can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. This issue can be exacerbated by the weight of your keychain attached to your keys that places extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we suggest to have your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they go out of service.

Finding your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be costly and a lengthy process. They will purchase an alternative key for you which could take as long as five days to arrive. When it arrives you will have to return with your V5 and ID documents to get the key programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by visiting your workplace or at home to perform the Citroen replacement key service for much less than what the dealer would charge.