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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

The replacement of your car key can appear like a daunting endeavor, especially when you've lost yours. You'll have to contact a local locksmith or dealership to purchase a replacement.

However, this could 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 everyday life If they're lost, it can cause major disruption. Fortunately, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can assist you in getting back on track.

We provide regular and high-security keys for duplicate. We use a key-cutting machine to duplicate standard keys. The machine can duplicate mortise keys as well as cylinder keys. The key is placed in a vise, and then cut by a knife, 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 any burrs that may be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When it comes to high-security keys you will require a special machine that is specifically designed to cut these keys. This type of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, however it is also extremely precise. Bring the original key to get these keys cut. Differences in shape could make the key useless.

Framon 2 manual originating machine is known as being the most accurate and stable in the market. Many have shared stories of them falling off their work bench but performing perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponders, you will need a key programmed to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and in the event that a different key is utilized, the computer on board will not recognize the serial number and therefore will not allow the engine to start.

Typically, when citroen car key of a car key is lost, the owner will visit their local dealer for an alternative key, and then have it programmed into their vehicle. It could take between two to five days. they'll need the original key present.

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

Citroen models before 2000 can be converted into spare keys in only a few minutes. More recently, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a security card that is a plastic' the size of an ordinary credit card in the owners wallet. This must be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can do this for you and save you the trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key are damaged, it can cause problems locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can come to your home and fix the lock or ignition barrel at much less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create replacement keys if you have lost or stolen one.

Up until 1998 all Citroen vehicles didn't come with transponder chips, therefore creating an entirely new key for them is a breeze easy and can be completed on site in a few minutes. Since 1998 all models need an individual code that is stored on a card the size of a small credit card and kept in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly get the code and then program the replacement Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

The most common issue with newer keys is that the key fob becomes 'out of sync' with your car. Our vans are able to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road in no time. You can save up to 50% on the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have a key that goes through a series motions to start. If this is interrupted due to a jammed key or damage to the ignition barrel then your car will not start. It can be difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This should only be performed by professionals. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our experts can safely remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without any further damage to your car.

With time, the key and tumblers within the cylinder of ignition can wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. A heavy keychain can make the issue worse by exerting more pressure on the tumblers. This is the reason why we suggest to have your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts before they become unusable.

The process of getting your Citroen keys changed at a dealership could be expensive and time-consuming process. They will request keys for replacement which could take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives you will have to return with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key inserted into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by coming to your home or workplace to carry out an Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than what the dealer charges.

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