How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's not an easy task to replace the car key, especially if it's been lost. You'll need to contact the local locksmith or a dealership to get a new one.

However, this can cost a fair amount of money. It is possible to avoid this issue by hiring a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are crucial to your daily routine, and when they're lost, it can create a significant inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services to assist you in getting your life back on track.

We offer regular and high-security key duplication. For keys that are regular we use a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is held in the vise, and then cut with a knife. The new key is then deburred, then rubbed down using a wirebrush built into the machine, or manually using the bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When you're dealing with keys that are high-security you will require a special machine that is specifically designed to cut these types of keys. This machine is more expensive but also very accurate. Bring the original key when you receive the keys cut. The shape of the key could make the key useless.

Framon 2 manual origin machine is considered to be the most stable and accurate machine in the business. Some have told stories of them falling off their work bench and still being in good shape. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has a transponder, you will need a key programmed to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and should a different key be used the on-board computer will not recognise the serial number and cannot permit the engine to start.

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

However you can cut down on the cost by buying keys from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, enabling you to start your vehicle with another key. You'll save time and money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive.

Citroen pre-2000 models can be made into spare keys in two minutes. The manufacturer recently added a pin to an actual "security card" that is the size of a credit card. It is kept in the owner's 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'll not have to go to your dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the lock or key become damaged it can cause issues locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can come to your location and repair the barrel of your lock or ignition at a fraction of the cost of Citroen jumper key dealers. We can also create replacement keys in the event that you've lost or stolen yours.

All Citroen vehicles did not have 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 need the use of a code that is stored on a security card' that is about the size a credit card and placed in the owners wallet. We can easily obtain the code and then program an alternative Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

The key fob might be out of sync with the car. Our vans can re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are designed to work with a specific key that goes through various motions to begin. If this is interrupted due to a damaged or jammed key, or damage to the barrel of ignition, your car will not start. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition can be difficult and should only be done by a professional. Our experts can remove your keys without causing damage to your car with tools and grease.

Over time the key and tumblers in the cylinder for ignition could wear out and make it difficult, or even impossible to turn the car key. The problem can be exacerbated by having a heavy keychain attached to your keys that adds extra stress to the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest that you get your Citroen keys and cylinders tested by our experts before they go out of service.

Getting your citroen c5 key keys replaced at a dealership can be a costly and time-consuming process. They will purchase keys for replacement that can take up to five days to arrive. You'll have to return your V5 along with the ID documents to get it programmed into your car. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by coming to your workplace or home to perform the Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than what the dealer charges.