How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key
Car keys replacement may appear to be a daunting task especially in the event that you've lost your key. You'll need to call a local locksmith or a dealership for a new key.
However, it can cost a considerable amount of money. You can reduce this cost by using a service such as SR Key Solutions.
Key Cutting
Your keys are crucial to your daily life If they're lost, it could cause a huge inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to assist you in getting back on the right track.
We provide regular and high-security key duplication. We employ a key-cutting machine to duplicate standard keys. This machine can duplicate mortise keys and cylinder keys. The key is placed in a vise, and then cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed with a wire brush that is built into the machine or manually in a bench grinder to remove burrs that could be sharp and damage the lock.
It is necessary to have a machine designed to cut high-security keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, but it is also extremely precise. Bring the original key to get the keys cut. Shape variations could cause the key to be useless.
We make use of Framon two manual origin machines that are known to be the most stable and accurate in the market. Some clients have even told tales of them falling off their work bench to the ground and being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.
Transponder Programming
If your Citroen is fitted with transponder systems, it will require an appropriate key programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is specific to each car. Consequently, if a different key is used, the computer onboard will not recognise the serial number and therefore will not allow the engine to start.
Normaly, when a lost car key occurs the owner should visit their local dealer in order to obtain a replacement, and have it programmed into their vehicle. This can take anywhere between two to five working days, and the original key will be required.
You can save money by buying the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key, allowing you to start your vehicle with a new key. This will save your time and money as you won't have to stand for the car dealer to make a replacement.
Citroen pre-2000 models can be converted into spare keys in just a few minutes. More recently, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a security card that is a plastic that is the size of a credit card in the owners wallet. This must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you and you'll be able to avoid the trip to the dealer.
Door Lock Repair
When the key or lock is damaged, it could cause problems locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock at your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen dealers charge. We can also create replacement keys if you have lost or stolen yours.
Prior to 1998, all Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips. Therefore, making the new keys for them is quite straight easy and can be completed on site in a few minutes. Since 1998, all models need a code which is stored on a plastic 'security card' about the size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly obtain the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.
The key fob may be out-of-synchronisation with the car. Our vans are able 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 have a key that goes through a series of motions to start. If the key is damaged or jammed your car won't begin. Extracting G28CarKeys stuck or broken key from the ignition can be difficult and should only be done by an expert. With the help of tools and lubrication our experts will carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without any further damage to your vehicle.
Over time, the key and tumblers inside the cylinder of ignition can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. This issue can be exacerbated by the weight of your keychains on your keys, which places extra stress on the tumblers. We suggest having your Citroen cylinders and keys checked by our experts, prior to they break or become unusable.
Finding your Citroen keys replaced at a dealership can be expensive and time-consuming process. They will purchase a replacement key for you that can take up to five days to arrive. You will need to bring along your V5 and the ID documents to get it programmed into your car. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by visiting your workplace or home to complete a Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than what a dealer would charge.