How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car key in particular if it's lost. To get a new one it is necessary to call the local locksmith or dealership.

This can cost you a lot of money. You can reduce this cost by using a service such as SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

If you lose your keys, it can be a major inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services to help you get your life back on course.

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

You require a machine that is designed to cut high-security keys. This type of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, but it's also extremely precise. Bring the original key when you receive these keys cut. The shape of the key could cause the key to be useless.

We make use of Framon two manual machines that are regarded as the most reliable and stable in the industry. Some users have told tales of them falling off their work bench to the floor and remaining perfectly safe. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen is fitted with transponder systems, it will require the use of a key that has been programmed to it. The transponder chip that is in every car is unique. If you used a different key the computer on board will not recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't begin.

Normally when a car key is lost the owner will head to their local car dealer to obtain a replacement and then program it to the vehicle. It could take between two and five days and they'll need the original key in their possession.

You can save money by purchasing the key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, enabling you to start your car with a different key. You'll save time and money by not having to wait for the dealer to arrive.

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 on the plastic "security card" the size of a small 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 you'll be able to avoid a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the key or lock is damaged, it may cause problems with locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can come to your address and repair the lock or ignition barrel at only a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create spare keys if the ones you have been lost or stolen.

All Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips. Therefore, making a new key for them is pretty straight forward and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require an individual code that is stored in a plastic credit card similar to a credit card, and then kept in the owner's wallet. We can easily obtain this code and program an alternative Citroen key to your van for you.

Often the issue with these modern keys is that the key fob is out of sync' with your vehicle. Our vans can re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% over the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have a key that goes through a series of motions in order to start. If this process is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged 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 performed by professionals. Our experts can remove your keys without causing damage to your vehicle with tools and grease.

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. The issue could be made more difficult due to the weight of the keychain attached to your keys that causes extra stress on the tumblers. We suggest having your citroen c3 key fob cylinders and keys checked by our experts, prior to they are deemed unusable.

Finding your Citroen keys replaced at a dealership can be a costly and time-consuming process. They will send the replacement key for you which can take up to five days to arrive. You'll need to return with your V5 and the ID documents to get it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your home or workplace to complete an Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than what the dealer would charge.