How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's not an easy task to replace your car keys particularly if it's lost. You'll need to contact an authorized locksmith in your area or a dealership to get a new one.

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

Key Cutting

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

We provide regular and high security key duplicate. For standard keys we use a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise or cylinder keys. The key is put in a vise, and then cut with a blade, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed using a wire brush built inside the machine or using a bench grinder to remove any burrs that may be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

You will require a machine specifically designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. It's a good idea to bring the original key with you while cutting these keys, as variations in the form of the key could render it useless.

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

Transponder Programming

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

Normally when a car key is lost the owner will head to their local car dealer to get a new one and then program it 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 a key at an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key, allowing you to start your car with a fresh key. This will save you time and money because you won't need to wait for the dealer to cut a new key.

Making a spare key is easy and can be done on-site within a matter of minutes for Citroen models pre-2000. The manufacturer recently added a PIN a plastic "security card" the size of a small credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. This must be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can help you with this, and you'll save going to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it can create problems when locking, unlocking, and even launching your vehicle. We can come to your location and repair the barrel of your lock or ignition at less than the cost of citroen c3 key fob replacement dealers. We can also make spare keys if the ones you have been lost or stolen.

Prior to 1998, all Citroen vehicles don't use transponder chips, so making an entirely new key for them is a breeze simple and can be done on the spot in just a few minutes. Since 1998 all models need a unique code that is stored in a plastic credit card that is the size of a credit card. It is then placed in the owner's wallet. We can quickly obtain the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

The key fob can be 'out of sync' with your car. We have the tools in our vans to re-synchronize your key and get you back on the road in a matter of minutes - again saving you up to 50% compared with Citroen dealership charges.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with a key that goes through a series of movements to start. If this is interrupted by a jammed key or damage to the barrel of ignition, your car will not start. It can be difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be done by professionals. Our experts can remove your keys without causing damage to your car with tools and lubricant.

With time, the key and tumblers inside the cylinder for ignition wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car keys. A heavy keychain could make the issue worse by putting more pressure on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts prior to when they break or become unusable.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key at an authorized dealer. They will send keys for replacement which could take as long as five days to arrive. When it arrives, you'll need to enter the car 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 at home to complete the Citroen replacement key service for much less than what a dealer would charge.