How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key
It's not an easy task to replace your car's key particularly if it's lost. You'll need to contact a local locksmith or dealership to obtain a new key.
This could cost you a lot of money. You can 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 cause a huge inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can help you get your life back on path.
We provide regular and high-security key duplication. We use a key-cutting machine to duplicate regular keys. The machine can duplicate mortise keys as well as keys that are cylinders. The key is put in a vise, and then cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred--scrubbed using a wire brush built in the machine or manually with a bench grinder. This is to remove any burrs that may be sharp and damage the lock.
When you're dealing with high-security keys you will require a special machine that is specifically designed to cut these types of keys. This type of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, however it is also very precise. G28 Car Keys is recommended to bring the original key with you while cutting these keys because variations in the shape of the key could make it unusable.
We employ Framon two manual origin machines that are known to be the most stable and accurate in the industry. Some clients have even told tales of them falling off their workstations to the floor, and 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 that is in every car is unique to each car. If you used a different key, the on-board computer will not recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't start.
Typically, when a loss of a car key is lost the owner must visit their local dealer for the replacement key and get it programmed into the vehicle. This can take between two and five days. they'll require the original key in their possession.
You can save money by buying the key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your car with a different key. You will save time and money by not having to wait for the car dealer.
Making a spare key is relatively straightforward and can be done on-site in a matter of minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. The manufacturer recently added a PIN to a plastic "security card" that is the size of a credit card. It is kept in the owner's wallet. The card must be removed from the vehicle before we can program the new key. This is something that we can do for you and again you'll avoid a trip to the dealer.
Door Lock Repair
If the lock or key is damaged, it could cause issues locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock from your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen dealers charge. We can also provide replacement keys if you've lost or stolen your keys.
Up until 1998 all Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips, so making an entirely new key for them is quite straight simple and can be done at the site in a couple of minutes. Since 1998 all models need an unique code that's stored in a plastic credit card similar to a credit card. It is then placed in the owner's wallet. We can quickly obtain the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.
The most common issue with modern keys is that the key fob becomes 'out of sync' with the car. We have the equipment in our vans to re-synchronize your keys and get you back on the road in no time at all which can save you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealer costs.
Ignition Barrel Repair
Modern cars are designed to operate with a particular key that performs several motions in order to start. If this is interrupted due to a jammed key or damage to the barrel that is used for ignition, your car will not start. It is difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should be performed by an expert. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our specialists can carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without any further damage to your car.
Over time, the keys and tumblers inside the cylinder for ignition wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. The issue could be made more difficult by a heavy keychain on your keys which puts extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we recommend that you get your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they break and become useless.
Getting your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be a costly and time-consuming process. They will purchase keys for replacement which could take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives, you'll have to return with your V5 and ID documents in order to program the key into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your home or workplace to carry out an Citroen replacement key service at a lower cost than what a dealer would charge.