How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's not an easy task to replace your car's key particularly if it's lost. To obtain a replacement you'll need to contact the local locksmith or dealership.

This can cost you a significant amount of money. You can avoid this with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are vital to your daily life If they're lost, it could create a significant inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will help you get your life back on course.

We provide regular and high security keys duplication. For normal keys we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise or cylinder keys. The key is placed in a vise and cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed with a wire-brush built inside the machine or with a bench grinder. This is to remove burrs which could be sharp and harm the lock.

When you're dealing with keys that are high-security you will require a special machine that can cut these keys. This type of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, however it is also very accurate. Bring the original key to get the keys cut. Shape variations could make the key unusable.

We employ Framon 2 manual originating machines, which are regarded as the most reliable and stable in the business. Some users have told tales of them falling off their work benches to the floor, and remaining perfectly safe. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen c3 picasso key fob is equipped with a transponder system it will require an appropriate key programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is specific to each car. Consequently, when a different key is used, the computer onboard cannot recognize the serial number and therefore will not permit the engine to start.

Normally when a car key is lost the owner will go to the local dealer to obtain a replacement and then program it to the vehicle. This could take anywhere from two to five working days and the original key will be required.

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'll save time and money by not having to wait for the car dealer.

Citroen models before 2000 can be made into spare keys within two minutes. In recent times, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a card called a security that is the size of an ordinary credit card in the owners wallet. This must be retrieved from the vehicle before we can program the new key, this is something that we can do for you and again you will save a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the lock or Citroen Van Key Replacement key is damaged, it could cause issues locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can come to your location and fix the lock or ignition barrel at much less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make spare keys in case yours have been lost or stolen.

From 1998 onwards, all Citroen van key replacement vehicles don't use transponder chips. So creating the new keys for them is quite straight easy and can be completed on-site in a matter of minutes. Since 1998, all models require a code, which is stored on a plastic "security card' that is about the size a credit card in the wallet of the owner. We are able to quickly locate the code and then program a replacement Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

The key fob may be out of sync with the car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize the key and get you on the road in no time. You can save up to 50% on the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with keys that go through a series of movements to start. If this process is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged to the ignition barrel then your car won't start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should only be handled by a professional. By using tools and lubrication our specialists can carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing further damage to your vehicle.

With time, the key and tumblers inside the cylinder of ignition can wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain can make the issue worse because it puts extra pressure on the tumblers. This is the reason why we suggest to have your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they are unable to use them.

It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key at an outlet. They will request an alternative key for you which could take as long as five days to arrive. When it arrives, you'll be required to come back with your V5 and ID documents to program the key into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we come to your office or home to perform the Citroen key replacement service at a lower cost than the dealer would charge.