How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It’s not an easy task to replace your car keys, especially if it’s been lost. You’ll need to call the local locksmith or a dealership for a new key.

However, it can cost you a significant amount of money. You can prevent this by using a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are vital to your everyday life, and when they’re lost, it can cause a major inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can help you get your life back on course.

We offer both regular and high-security keys duplicate. For normal keys we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise or key cylinders. The key is put in a vise, and then cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed with a wire-brush built in the machine or manually with a bench grinder. This is to remove burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When you’re dealing with keys that are high-security you require a specific machine that is designed to cut these keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it is also very precise. Bring the original key when you get the keys cut. Shape variations could cause the key to be useless.

We make use of Framon two manual origin machines that are regarded as the most reliable and stable in the industry, some users have told tales of them falling off their workstations to the floor and functioning perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen relay key has transponders, you’ll require a key that is programmed to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and should a different key be employed, the onboard computer will not recognize the serial number and will not allow the engine to begin.

Typically, when a loss of a car key is lost, the owner will visit their local dealer for an alternative key, and then get it programmed into the vehicle. This could take between two and five working days, and the original key will be required.

You can save money by buying the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key, allowing you to start your vehicle with a brand new key. You will save time and money by not having to wait for the dealer to arrive.

Citroen models prior to 2000 can be converted into spare keys in a few minutes. The manufacturer recently added a PIN an actual “security card” similar to the size of a credit card that is kept in the owner’s wallet. It must be removed from the vehicle before we can program the new key, this is something we can easily accomplish for you and you’ll save a trip to your dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key get damaged, it could result in problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We will come to your location and repair the lock or ignition barrel at much less than the cost of citroen key replacement dealers. We can also create replacement key for citroen berlingo van keys in the event that you’ve lost or stolen yours.

Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, creating keys is a straightforward process that can be completed on-site in just a few moments. Since 1998 all models need a unique code which is stored inside a plastic card that is 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 main issue with modern keys is that the fob is out of sync’ with your 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 c3 key fob replacement dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have a key that goes through a series of motions to start. If this process is interrupted by a damaged or jammed key, or damage to the ignition barrel then your car won’t start. It is difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should be performed by professionals. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our specialists can carefully remove your keys from the ignition barrel without any further damage to your vehicle.

Over time the key and tumblers in the ignition cylinder could wear out and make it difficult, or even impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain could cause the problem to get worse because it puts extra pressure on the tumblers. This is why we recommend that you have your citroen key replacement cost keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they go out of service.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key at an outlet. They will purchase keys for replacement which could take up to five days to arrive. You’ll need to return your V5 along with your ID documents in order to have it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we come to your office or home to carry out an Citroen key replacement service for a lower cost than what the dealer would charge.