How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

Key replacement for your car can seem like a daunting job, Citroen keys especially when you've lost the key. You'll have to contact an authorized locksmith in your area or a dealership to purchase a replacement.

This can cost you a lot of money. You can avoid this problem by using a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are essential to your everyday life, and when they're lost, it can cause major disruption. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can help you get your life back on course.

We provide regular and high security key duplicate. For normal keys we employ a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is clamped into an vise, and then cut with a knife. The new key is then deburred. It is by rubbing it down with a wirebrush that is built into the machine, or manually on the bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

You will require a machine specifically designed to cut high-security keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, however it is also very precise. Bring the original key when you get the keys cut. Modifications in shape can make the key useless.

We use Framon two manual-driven machines, which are known to be the most reliable and stable in the market. Some people have even told stories of them falling off their workstations to the floor and still being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

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

In the normal course, if a lost car key occurs the owner must visit their local dealer to get an alternative key, and then get it programmed into the vehicle. It can take between two to five working days and the original key will be required.

However you can cut down on the cost by buying keys from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, making it possible for you to start your car with the same key. You will save time and money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive.

Citroen models before 2000 can be made into spare keys within a few minutes. The manufacturer has recently added a PIN a plastic "security card" the size of a credit card. It is kept in the owner's wallet. It is required to remove it from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you, and you'll save an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it can cause problems with locking, unlocking, and even starting your car. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock in your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen dealers charge. We can also create replacement keys if you've lost or stolen your keys.

All Citroen vehicles don't use transponder chips. So creating an entirely new key for them is pretty straight forward and can be done on the spot in just a few minutes. Since 1998, all models need the use of a code that is stored on a security card' about the size of a credit card and placed in the owners wallet. We can quickly obtain this code and add an alternative Citroen key to your van for you.

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

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with keys that go through a series of motions to start. If this is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged to the ignition barrel then your car won't start. It can be difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should be done by an expert. Our experts can take out your keys without damaging your vehicle using tools and oil.

With time, the key and tumblers in the ignition cylinder can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car keys. The issue can be made worse by having a heavy keychains on your keys, which puts extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest getting your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts before they go out of service.

Getting your Citroen keys replaced at a dealership can be costly and a lengthy process. They will send an alternative key for you that can take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives you will have to return with your V5 and ID documents in order to get the key programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we visit your office or home to complete a citroen c1 key replacement price key replacement service at a less price than the dealer would charge.