How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

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

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

Key Cutting

Your keys are vital to your daily life, and when they're lost, it could cause a huge inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key Cutting service services to assist you in getting back on track.

We provide regular and high security keys duplicate. For keys that are regular we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise keys or keys made of cylinders. The key is held in a vise, and then cut with a blade. The new key is then deburred. It is by rubbing it down with a wirebrush built into the machine, or manually on an industrial bench grinder - to remove any burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When it comes to keys with high security, you need a special machine that is designed to cut these keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it's also extremely precise. Bring the original key with you when you get the keys cut. Differences in shape could cause the key to be useless.

Framon 2 manual originating machine is considered to be the most reliable and stable machine in the industry. There are a few who have told stories of them falling off their work bench, but functioning perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen is fitted with transponder systems, it will require a key that has been programmed to it. The transponder chip inside each car is unique. If a different key was used, the on-board computer could not recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't start.

Normally, when a lost car key is lost the owner should visit their local dealer to obtain a replacement, and have 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 buying keys from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, making it possible for you to start your car with another key. This will save you time and money because you don't have to sit for the dealer to create a replacement citroen c1 key derby.

Making a spare key is relatively easy and can be made on-site in a matter of minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. Recently, the manufacturer has added a PIN code on a'security card' made of plastic that is the size of a credit card in the owner's wallet. It must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you and you'll be able to avoid an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it may create problems when locking, unlocking or 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 c4 key fob programming dealers. We can also make spare keys if the ones you have been stolen or lost.

Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, making keys is a simple procedure that can be accomplished on-site in only a few moments. Since 1998 all models need a unique code that is stored inside a plastic card that is similar to a credit card. It is then placed in the owner's wallet. We can easily obtain the code and then program the replacement Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

The key fob could be out of sync with the car. We have the tools in our vans to re-synchronize your key and get you back on the road in no time and save you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have keys that go through a series of motions in order to start. If this process is interrupted by a damaged or jammed key, or damage to the barrel that is used for ignition, your car won't start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition can be tricky and should only be handled by a professional. Our experts can take out your keys without causing damage to your vehicle using tools and the lubricant.

Over time, the keys and tumblers in the cylinder of ignition can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car keys. A heavy keychain can make the problem worse by exerting more pressure on the tumblers. We suggest having your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts, prior to they break or become unusable.

Finding your Citroen keys changed at a dealership could be a costly and time-consuming process. They will send the replacement key for citroen berlingo key for you which could take as long as five days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll be required to come back with your V5 and ID documents to get the key programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money by having us visit your office or home to complete a citroen key fob not working key replacement key for citroen berlingo van service at a less cost than what the dealer would charge.