How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

Car keys replacement may appear like a daunting endeavor especially when you've lost yours. You'll need to call a local locksmith or a dealership to purchase a replacement.

However, this could cost quite a bit of money. You can reduce this cost by utilizing a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are crucial to your daily routine If they're lost citroen car keys, it could cause a major inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can assist you in getting your life back on track.

We offer regular and high-security key duplication. For keys that are regular we employ a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise keys or keys made of cylinders. The key is put in a vise, and then cut by a knife, then the new key is cleaned with a wire-brush built into the machine or manually with a bench grinder. This is to remove burrs that could be sharp and damage the lock.

When you're dealing with keys that are high-security you require a specific machine that is specifically designed to cut these keys. The machine is more expensive, but it is also extremely accurate. It is recommended to bring the original key with you when cutting the keys since variations in the shape of the key could render it useless.

We use Framon two manual origin machines, which are known to be the most reliable and stable in the industry, some users have told tales of them falling off their work benches to the floor, and being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponder, you'll require a key to be programmed into the system. The transponder chip used in each car is unique to each car. If you used a different key, the on-board computer could not recognize the serial numbers and the engine would not start.

Normally when a car's key is lost the owner should go to their local car dealer to get a new one and then have it programmed to the vehicle. This can take between two and five days, and they'll require the original key with them.

You can save money by buying a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, making it possible for you to start your car with another key. You'll save time and money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive.

Making a spare key is relatively straightforward and can be done on the spot within a matter of minutes for Citroen models pre-2000. The manufacturer recently added a pin to a plastic "security card" which is about the size of a credit card. It is kept in the owner's wallet. It must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and you'll be able to avoid the trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the lock or key become damaged it can cause problems 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 C4 Picasso Keyless Entry Not Working dealers. We can also provide new keys if you've lost or stolen yours.

Up until 1998 all citroen c4 key replacement vehicles don't use transponder chips, therefore creating the new keys for them is quite straight to do at the site in a couple of minutes. Since 1998, all models need a code, which is stored on a'security card' the size of a credit card and placed in the owners wallet. We can quickly obtain the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

The key fob can be out-of-synchronisation with the car. We have the technology in our vans that can re-synchronize your key and get you back on the road in no time at all and also save you up to 50% when compared with Citroen dealership fees.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have a key that goes through a series motions to start. If this is interrupted due to an unresponsive key or damage to the barrel that is used for ignition, the car will not start. Removing a damaged or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should be done by a professional. With the help of tools and lubrication our experts can safely remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing further damage to your vehicle.

Over time, the keys and tumblers in the cylinder of ignition can wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. A heavy keychain can make the problem worse by putting more pressure on the tumblers. This is why we recommend getting your citroen key programming keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they become unusable.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key at a dealer. The dealership will then order a replacement key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll have to bring along your V5 and your ID documents in order to have it programmed into your car. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by coming to your workplace or home to carry out the Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than the dealer will charge.