How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's not an easy task to replace your car's key particularly if it's lost. You'll need to call a local locksmith or a dealership to get a new one.

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

Key Cutting

If you lose your keys, it can be a major inconvenience. Fortunately, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can help you get back on the right path.

We offer regular and high security key duplication. For normal keys we use the key cutting machine which can duplicate mortise keys or keys made of cylinders. The key is placed in a vise, and then cut with a blade, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed with a wire brush that is built into the machine, or manually using a 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. This type of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it is also very accurate. Bring the original key to get these keys cut. Differences in shape could make the key useless.

Framon 2 manual machine is known as being the most accurate and stable in the market. There are a few who have told stories about them falling from their workstations and performing perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen remote key replacement is fitted with transponder systems, it will require an appropriate key programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car, and if a different key is utilized, the computer on board will not recognize the serial number and cannot allow the engine to begin.

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

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

Making a spare key is straightforward and can be done on the spot in a matter of minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. The manufacturer has recently added a PIN to an actual "security card" which is about the size of the size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. This needs to be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can do this for you and save you going to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it may cause problems when locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock from your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen C2 key dealers charge. We can also make replacement keys if you've lost or Citroen C2 Key stolen your keys.

Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, making keys is a simple procedure that can be done on-site in only a few minutes. Since 1998, Citroen C2 key all models require a code which is stored on a security card' that is the size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. We can easily obtain this code and add an alternative Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

A common problem with modern keys is that the fob is out of sync' with your car. We have the equipment in our vans to re-synchronize your key and get you back on the road in no time at all and save you up to 50% when compared with Citroen dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are built to use a specific key that performs an array of motions to start. If the key is jammed or damaged the car won't start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition could be tricky and should only be done by a professional. Using tools and lubrication, our experts will carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing further damage to your vehicle.

Over time the tumblers and key 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 by having a heavy keychains on your keys, which adds extra stress to the tumblers. This is why we recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts before they go out of service.

It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key with a dealer. The dealership will request the replacement key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. When it arrives, you'll have to return with your V5 and ID documents in order to program the key into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your workplace or home to complete the citroen key fob repair replacement key service for less than what the dealer would charge.