How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It can be a difficult task to replace your car key, especially if it's been lost. You'll need to contact a local locksmith or dealership for a new key.

However, this can cost quite a bit 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 could be a major hassle. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can help you get back on the right path.

We provide regular and high-security key duplicate. For normal keys we employ a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is held in a vise, then cut with a knife. The new key is then deburred. It is using wirebrushes built into the machine, or manually on a bench grinder to remove burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When it comes to high-security keys, you need a special machine that is designed to cut these keys. This machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. Bring the original key when you receive these keys cut. The shape of the key could render the key useless.

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

Transponder Programming

If your citroen key programming has transponders, you will require a programed key to the system. The transponder chip that is in every vehicle is unique to each car. If an alternative key was used the computer on board would not be able to recognize the serial numbers and the engine would not start.

Normally, when a car key is lost the owner will go to the local dealer to purchase a replacement and have it programmed to the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two and five working days, and the original key will be required.

However you can cut the expense by acquiring the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key that allows you to start your car with a fresh key. This will save your time and money as you won't have to wait for the dealer to create a replacement.

citroen key programming models from before 2000 can be made into spare keys in only two minutes. More recently, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a card called a security' the size of a credit card in the owner's wallet. This needs to be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can help you with this and you'll be able to avoid an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it could cause problems when locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We can visit your address and repair the barrel of your lock or ignition at much less than the cost of citroen berlingo van key replacement; Click at Heraldcontest, dealers. We can also create spare keys in case yours have been lost or stolen.

All citroen car key replacement vehicles did not have transponder chips. So creating the new keys for them is quite straight to do at the site in a couple of minutes. Since 1998, all models require an unique code that's stored on a card that is the size of a credit card. It is then placed in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly get the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

The most common issue with newer keys is that the fob is out of sync' with the car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% over the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars use a specific key that is used to go through a series of motions to start. If the key is damaged or jammed your car won't begin. It can be difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should be done by an expert. Our specialists can remove your keys without causing damage to your vehicle using tools and lubricant.

Over time the key and tumblers in the cylinder for ignition could wear out and make it difficult, or even impossible to turn the car key. This issue can be exacerbated by the weight of your keychains on your keys, which puts extra stress on the tumblers. We suggest having your citroen car key cylinders and keys checked by our experts before they break or become unusable.

Getting your Citroen keys changed at a dealership could be costly and a lengthy process. The dealership will then order the replacement key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll have to return with your V5 and ID documents to have the key programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your workplace or home to complete an Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than what a dealer would charge.