How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car keys in particular if it's lost. You'll need to contact the local locksmith or a dealership to get a new one.

However, this can cost you a significant amount of money. You can reduce this cost with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

When you lose your keys, it can be a major problem. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to assist you in getting back on the right path.

We offer regular and high security keys duplicate. For keys that are regular we employ an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise or key cylinders. The key is placed in a vise, and then cut with a blade, then the new key is cleaned using a wire brush built into the machine or manually using a bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and harm the lock.

When you're dealing with keys that are high-security, you need a special machine that can cut these types of keys. The machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. Bring the original key when you get the keys cut. The shape of the key could make the key useless.

We make use of Framon 2 manual originating machines that are known to be the most stable and accurate in the industry, some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their work bench to the floor, and performing perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponder, you'll need a key programmed to the system. This is because the transponder chip is specific to each car. Consequently, when a different key is used, the computer onboard will not recognize the serial number, and will not allow the engine to start.

Normally, when a car key is lost the owner should go to their local car dealer to get a new one and then program it to the vehicle. This can take between two and five days and they'll need the original key in their possession.

However you can cut the expense by acquiring keys from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, making it possible for you to start your vehicle with a different key. You'll save time and money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive.

Making a spare key is easy and can be done on-site in just a few minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. The manufacturer recently added a PIN the plastic "security card" similar to the size of a credit card that is kept in the owner's wallet. It is required to remove it from the vehicle to program the new key. We can do this for you and you'll be able to avoid an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key become damaged it can cause problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can visit your location and fix the ignition barrel or lock at a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create spare keys if yours have been stolen or lost.

Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, making a key is a simple procedure that can be done on the spot in a matter of minutes. Since 1998 all models need an individual code that is stored inside a plastic card that is similar to a credit card and stored in the wallet of the owner. We are able to quickly locate this code and add a replacement car key citroen c1 Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

Often the issue with these modern keys is that the fob is out of sync' to your car. We have the technology in our vans to re-synchronise your key and get you back on the road in a matter of minutes and also save you up to 50% when compared with Citroen dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars use a specific key which goes through an array of motions to start. If the key is jammed or damaged your car won't begin. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition can be difficult and should be handled by an experienced technician. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our specialists can carefully remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing further damage to your car.

With time, the key and tumblers in the ignition cylinder can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain could make the issue worse by exerting more pressure on the tumblers. We recommend having your citroen ds3 key keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they break or become unusable.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key with the dealer. They will request a replacement key for citroen c1 key for you which could take up to five days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll be required to come back with your V5 and ID documents to program the key into your vehicle. Northside car unlock service Keys can save you money by having us visit your office or home to complete an Citroen key replacement service at a less cost than the dealer would charge.