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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car key especially if it's lost. In order to get a replacement it is necessary to call a local dealership or locksmith.

This can cost you a lot of money. You can prevent 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 could cause a major inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can help you get back on track.

We offer regular and high-security key duplication. For normal keys, we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is clamped into a vise, is then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred and using a wirebrush integrated into the machine, or manually on a bench grinder to remove any burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When you're dealing with keys that are high-security, you need a special machine designed to cut these types of keys. This type of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, however it is also very precise. It is a good idea bring the original key with you while cutting these keys, as differences in the shape of the key could render it useless.

We make use of Framon 2 manual originating machines that are known to be the most reliable and stable in the industry, some people have even told stories of them falling off their workstations to the floor and still remaining perfectly safe. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponders, you'll require a key to be programmed into the system. The transponder chip that is in every car is unique. If the key used was different the computer on board would not be able to recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't start.

Normally when a car's key is lost the owner will head to their local car dealer to get a replacement and have it programmed to the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two and five days and the original key will be required.

You can save money by purchasing a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, enabling you to start your car with another key. This will save you time and money because you don't have to sit for the car dealer to come up with a replacement.

Making replacement key for citroen c3 is relatively simple and can be completed on site in just a few minutes for Citroen models prior to 2000. The manufacturer recently added a PIN to the form of a plastic "security card" which is about the size of an ordinary credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. This needs to be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and you'll avoid an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the key or lock are damaged, it can lead to problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock at home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. We can also make replacement keys in the event that you've lost or stolen yours.

Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, making keys is a straightforward procedure that can be accomplished at the site in just a few moments. Since 1998, all models require a code which is stored on a plastic 'security card' that is about the size an credit card inside the wallet of the owner. We are able to quickly locate the code and then program the replacement Citroen key to your van 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 keys and get you back on the road in no time and save you up to 50% when compared with Citroen dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with a key that goes through a series of motions to start. If this is interrupted by an unresponsive key or damage to the barrel of ignition, the car will not start. It is difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should be done by a professional. Our technicians can extract your keys without damaging your vehicle using tools and grease.


Over time the key and the tumblers inside the ignition cylinder can wear out and make it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. The problem can be exacerbated due to the weight of the keychains on your keys, which adds extra stress to the tumblers. We recommend having your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts, before they break or become unusable.

Finding your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be expensive and time-consuming process. The dealership will request a new key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll need to return with your V5 and the ID documents to get it programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money by having us visit your office or home to provide an Citroen key replacement service at a less cost than what the dealer will charge.

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