How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key
Key replacement for your car can appear like a daunting endeavor, especially in the event that you've lost your key. You'll have to contact a local locksmith or a dealership for a new key.
This could cost you a lot of money. It is possible to avoid this by using a service such as SR Key Solutions.
Key Cutting
Keys are an integral part of your everyday life If they're lost, it could create a significant inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to assist you in getting back on track.
We offer regular and high-security key duplicate. We use a key-cutting machine to duplicate keys that are regular. This machine can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is clamped in a vise, and then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred and then rubbed down using a wirebrush that is built into the machine, or manually using a 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 machine is more expensive but it is also extremely accurate. Bring the original key when you receive the keys cut. Modifications in shape can render the key useless.
Framon 2 manual-driven machine is considered to be the most stable and accurate machine in the industry. Some people have told stories of them falling off their workstations and functioning perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.
Transponder Programming
If your Citroen is equipped with transponder systems, it will require keys that have been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car, and should a different key be utilized, the computer on board will not recognise the serial number and therefore will not permit the engine to start.
Normally when a car's key is lost the owner should go to the local dealer to obtain a replacement and have it programmed into the vehicle. This could take anywhere from two and five days and the original key will be required.
You can save money by purchasing the key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your vehicle with an alternative key. This will save you time and money because you don't have to sit around for the car dealer to come up with a replacement.
Making a spare key is straightforward and can be done on site within a matter of minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. More recently, the manufacturer has put a PIN number on a plastic 'security card' the size of credit card that is kept in the owner's wallet. This needs to 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 an excursion to the dealer.
Door Lock Repair
If the lock or key is damaged, it could cause problems when locking, unlocking or even starting your vehicle. We will come to your address and repair the lock or ignition barrel at a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make spare keys if yours have been lost or stolen.
Prior to 1998, all Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips, so making a new key for them is fairly straight easy and can be completed on site in a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require a unique code that is stored in a plastic credit card that is the size of a credit card and stored in the owner's wallet. We can easily obtain this code and add a replacement Citroen key to your van for you.
The key fob can be out of sync 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 as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealership fees.
Ignition Barrel Repair
Modern cars are built to work with a certain key which goes through various motions 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. citroen replacement key fob can take out your keys without damaging your car using tools and the lubricant.
Over time, the key and tumblers within the ignition cylinder can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car keys. The issue can be made worse due to the weight of the keychains on your keys, which places extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest getting your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they become unusable.
It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key with a dealer. They will send a replacement key for you which could take up to five days to arrive. You must return with your V5 and your ID documents to get it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by visiting your workplace or at home to carry out an Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than the dealer will charge.