How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key
Key replacement for your car can appear like a daunting endeavor particularly when you've lost yours. To obtain a replacement you'll have to contact a local dealership or locksmith.
However, this can cost a considerable amount of money. It is possible to avoid this issue by hiring a service like SR Key Solutions.
Key Cutting
When you lose your keys, it could be a major problem. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will help you get your life back on track.
We offer regular and high-security key duplication. For standard keys, we use the key cutting machine which can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is clamped into an vise, and then cut with a knife. G28 Car Keys is then deburred. It is then rubbed down using a wirebrush integrated into the machine, or manually on a bench grinder - to remove any burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.
When it comes to high-security keys you will require a special machine that can cut these keys. The machine is more expensive, but it's also extremely precise. It is recommended to bring the original key with you when cutting the keys, as differences in the shape of the key could make it unusable.
We make use of Framon two manual-driven machines, which are regarded as the most stable and accurate in the market. Some users have told tales of them falling off their work benches to the floor, and performing perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.
Transponder Programming
If your Citroen has transponder systems, it will require an appropriate key programmed to it. The transponder chip in each vehicle is unique. If a different key was used the computer on board would not be able to recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't start.
In the normal course, if a lost car key is lost the owner will go to their local dealer to obtain an alternate key and have it programmed into the vehicle. It can take between two and five days. they'll require the original key in their possession.
You can save money by buying keys from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key that allows you to start your car with a new key. This will save your time and money as you don't have to sit for the car dealer to come up with a replacement.
Making a spare key is simple and can be completed on-site in just a few minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. In recent times, the manufacturer has put a PIN number on a card called a security similar to an ordinary credit card in the wallet of the owner. The card must be removed from the vehicle before we can program the new key. This is something we can accomplish for you and you'll save a trip to your dealer.
Door Lock Repair
If the key or lock is damaged, it may cause problems with locking, unlocking or even launching your vehicle. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock in your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen dealers charge. We can also create spare keys if yours have been stolen or lost.
Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, creating keys is a straightforward procedure that can be accomplished on-site in just a few minutes. Since 1998 all models require a unique code that is stored in a plastic card that is the size of a credit card and stored in the owner's wallet. We can quickly access the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.
The key fob might be out-of-synchronisation with the car. We have the technology in our vans to re-synchronize your keys and get you back on the road in no time - again saving you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealer costs.
Ignition Barrel Repair
Modern cars come with keys that go through a series of movements to start. If the key is jammed or damaged the car will not start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should only be handled by a professional. Our technicians can extract your keys without causing damage to your vehicle using tools and oil.
Over time the key and tumblers inside the ignition cylinder wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. A heavy keychain can make the issue worse by exerting more pressure on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen cylinders and keys checked by our experts prior to when they are deemed unusable.
Finding your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be costly and a lengthy process. The dealership will request an alternative key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll have to return with your V5 and ID documents in order to get the key programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by visiting your workplace or home to perform a Citroen replacement key service for a much lower price than the dealer will charge.