How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car's key in particular if it's lost. You'll need to contact a local locksmith or dealership for a new key.

This can cost you a significant amount of money. You can reduce this cost with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are essential to your daily life If they're lost, it could cause a huge inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will help you get your life back on track.

We offer regular and high-security keys for duplication. For normal keys, we use the key cutting machine which 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 inside the machine or using a bench-grinder to remove burrs that could be sharp and harm the lock.

You require a machine that is designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive but also very accurate. Bring the original key to get these keys cut. Shape variations could cause the key to be useless.

Framon 2 manual origin machine is regarded as the most stable and accurate machine in the industry. Many have shared stories about them falling from their work bench but being in good shape. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has a transponder, you will require a key to be programmed into the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car. in the event that a different key is utilized, the computer on board will not recognize the serial number and cannot permit the engine to start.

Normaly, when a lost car key occurs the owner will go to their local dealer for an alternative key, and then get it programmed into the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two to five working days and the original key will be required.

However you can cut the cost by purchasing 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. You will save time and money by not having to wait for the car dealer.

Citroen models from before 2000 can be converted into spare keys in just a few minutes. More recently, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a card called a security' the size of a credit card in the owners wallet. This must be retrieved from the vehicle before we can program the new key. This is something we are able to accomplish for you and you'll not have to go to your dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the key or lock become damaged it can lead to problems locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock in your home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. We can also make spare keys in case yours have been lost or stolen.

Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, creating a key is a simple procedure that can be accomplished at the site in just a few minutes. Since 1998 all models require an unique code that's stored in a plastic card that is the size of a credit card and kept in the owner's wallet. We can quickly access the code and program your replacement car keys citroen Citroen van key for you.

The main issue with modern keys is that the fob is out of sync' to your car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronise the key and get you on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with a key that goes through a series of motions in order to start. If the key is damaged or jammed, your car won't start. It can be difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be handled by an expert. With the help of tools and lubrication our experts will carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing any further damage to your car.

Over time the key and tumblers in the cylinder of ignition can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car keys. A heavy keychain can cause the problem to get worse by putting more pressure on the tumblers. We recommend having your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts, before they are deemed unusable.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key at a dealer. The dealership will order you the replacement key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. When it arrives you will need to go back in with your V5 and ID documents to get the key programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your workplace or at home to carry out the Citroen replacement citroen key key service for less than the dealer will charge.