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5 Common Myths About Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement You Should Stay Clear Of
How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It can be a difficult task to replace your car key in particular if it's lost. You'll need to call the local locksmith or a dealership to purchase a replacement.

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

Key Cutting

Keys are an integral part of your daily life, and when they're lost, it could create a significant inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services to help you get your life back on course.

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

You will require a machine specifically designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive but it is also extremely accurate. Bring the original key when you get these keys cut. The shape of the key could render the key useless.

We employ Framon two manual-driven machines that are known to be the most reliable and stable in the business. Some users have told tales of them falling off their work bench to the floor and being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming


If your Citroen has transponders, you'll require a programed key to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car, and should a different key be used the on-board computer cannot recognize the serial number and will not allow the engine to start.

In the normal course, if a lost car key is lost the owner should visit their local dealer to get an alternative key, and then have it programmed into the vehicle. It can take between two and five days, and they'll need the original key in their possession.

You can save money by purchasing a key at an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your car with the same key. You will save time and money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive.

Citroen models from before 2000 can be made into spare keys in just two minutes. The manufacturer has recently added a pin to an actual "security card" the size of the size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. It must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you and save you going to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the key or lock is damaged, it can create problems when locking, unlocking, and even starting your vehicle. We can come to your address and repair the lock or ignition barrel at less than the cost of Citroen dealers. citroen c1 replacement key can also create spare keys in case yours have been stolen or lost.

Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, making keys is a simple procedure that can be accomplished on-site in only a few minutes. From 1998 all models require the use of a code that is stored on a security card' that is the size of a credit card and placed in the owners wallet. We are able to quickly locate the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

The key fob might be out-of-synchronisation with the car. We have the equipment in our vans that can re-synchronize your key and get you back on the road in no time at all - again saving you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with keys that go through a series of movements 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 professionals. Using tools and lubrication, our experts will carefully remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing any further damage to your vehicle.

Over time the key and the 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 due to the weight of the keychains on your keys, which places extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest getting your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts before they go out of service.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key at an authorized dealer. They will purchase the replacement key for you which can take up to five days to arrive. You must bring along your V5 and your ID documents to get it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your home or workplace to complete the Citroen replacement key service for much less than what the dealer would charge.

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