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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car's key in particular if it's lost. To obtain a replacement, you'll need to call an authorized locksmith or a local dealer.

However, this can cost you a significant amount of money. It is possible to avoid this by using a service such as SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are crucial to your daily life, and when they're lost, it can cause a major inconvenience. Fortunately, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can help you get back on your way.

We provide regular and high-security key duplicate. We employ a key-cutting machine to duplicate standard keys. The machine can duplicate mortise keys or keys that are cylinders. The key is put in a vise and 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 any burrs that may be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When it comes to high-security keys it is necessary to use a machine designed to cut these keys. The machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. Bring the original key to get these keys cut. The shape of the key could cause the key to be useless.

Framon 2 manual origin machine is known as the most accurate and stable in the business. Many have shared 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 has transponders, you'll require a key to be programmed into the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car. if a different key is employed, the onboard computer will not recognize the serial number, and cannot permit the engine to start.

Normally when a car key is lost, the owner will go to the local dealer to get 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.

You can save money by purchasing a key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your vehicle with a new key. You'll save time and money by not having to wait for the car dealer.

Citroen models before 2000 can be made into spare keys in just two minutes. In recent times, the manufacturer has incorporated a PIN on a plastic 'security card which is about the size of a credit card in the wallet of the owner. 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 will save a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the key or lock is damaged, it may cause problems with locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock at home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. We can also make spare keys if the ones you have been lost or stolen.

Up until 1998 all Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips, so making an entirely new key for them is fairly straight to do on the spot in just a few minutes. Since 1998 all models need a unique code that is stored on a card similar to a credit card and stored in the wallet of the owner. We can easily obtain this code and add a replacement Citroen key to your van for you.

The key fob can be out of sync with the car. Our vans are able to re-synchronize the key and get you on the road quickly. You can save as much as 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have a key that goes through a series of motions in order to start. If the key is jammed or damaged, your car won't start. Extracting a stuck or broken key from the ignition could be tricky and should only be done by an expert. With the help of tools and lubrication our technicians can safely remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing further damage to your car.

Over time the tumblers and key inside the ignition cylinder can wear out and make it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. This issue can be exacerbated by the weight of your keychain attached to your keys that puts extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest getting your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they are unable to use them.

Getting your Citroen keys replacement at a dealership can be expensive and time-consuming process. They will purchase keys for replacement which can take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives, you'll need to go back in with your V5 and ID documents in order to get the key programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can help you save money by having us visit your office or home to provide an citroen remote key replacement key replacement service at a cheaper price than the dealer would charge.