How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car keys especially if it's lost. To get a new one you'll have to contact a local dealership or locksmith.

This can cost you a lot of money. You can avoid this issue by using a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

If you lose your keys, it could be a huge hassle. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can help you get your life back on path.

We offer regular and high security keys duplication. We use a key cutting machine to duplicate regular keys. This machine can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is clamped in a vise, and then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred, rubbed down with wirebrushes built into the machine, or manually on an industrial bench grinder - to remove burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

You require a machine that is designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive but it's also extremely precise. Bring the original key when you get the keys cut. Differences in shape could make the key useless.

We make use of Framon two manual-driven machines that are known to be the most stable and accurate in the market. Some people have even told stories of them falling off their work bench to the floor and still being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponder technology, it will require keys that have been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and should a different key be used the on-board computer will not recognize the serial number, and cannot allow the engine to start.

Normally when a car key is lost, the owner will go to their local car dealer to purchase a replacement and have it programmed to the vehicle. This could take between two to five working days, and the original key will be required.

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

Citroen models before 2000 can be made into spare keys in only a few minutes. The manufacturer recently added a PIN to an actual "security card" which is about the size of a small credit card that is kept in the owner's wallet. This must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and save you going to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the key or lock is damaged, it could create problems when locking, unlocking or even launching your vehicle. We will come to your location and fix the lock or ignition barrel at a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create replacement keys in the event that you've lost or stolen yours.

From 1998 onwards, all citroen remote key replacement vehicles didn't have transponder chips, therefore creating an entirely new key for them is pretty straight to do at the site in a couple of minutes. Since 1998 all models require an individual code that is stored in a plastic card that is the size of a credit card and stored in the owner's wallet. We can quickly access the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

Often the issue with these modern keys is that the fob is out of sync' with your car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronise the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save as much as 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are designed to work with a certain key that is used to go through several motions in order to begin. If this is interrupted due to the key being jammed or damaged to the barrel that is used for ignition, your car won't start. It can be difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should be performed by professionals. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our experts will carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing any damage to your car.

Over time the key and the tumblers in the ignition cylinder may wear out and make it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain can make the issue worse by exerting more pressure on the tumblers. We suggest having your Citroen cylinders and keys checked by our experts before they become unusable.

Getting your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be expensive and time-consuming process. They will request a replacement key for you which can take up to five days to arrive. You must return with your V5 and your ID documents to have it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by coming to your workplace or at home to complete the Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than what the dealer charges.