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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It can be a difficult task to replace your car keys especially if it's lost. You'll need to call a local locksmith or dealership to get a new one.

This could cost you a lot of money. You can reduce this cost by using a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

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

We offer regular and high-security keys for duplicate. We use a key-cutting machine to duplicate keys that are regular. The machine can duplicate mortise keys or key cylinders. The key is placed in a vise, and then cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred, scrubbed with a wire brush built into the machine or manually using a bench grinder to remove any burrs that may be sharp and damage the lock.

When it comes to keys with high security you require a specific machine designed to cut these types of keys. The machine is more expensive but it's also extremely precise.  G28  is a good idea bring the original key with you when cutting the keys due to the fact that variations in the form of the key could render it useless.

Framon 2 manual origin machine is considered to be the most stable and accurate machine in the business. Many have shared stories about them falling from their workstations and being in good shape. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponder systems, it will require keys that have been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and if a different key is employed, the onboard computer will not recognise the serial number and therefore cannot allow the engine to start.

Normaly, when a lost car key is lost, the owner will visit their local dealer to get an alternative key, and then have it programmed into their vehicle. This could take anywhere from two and five working days and the original key will be required.

You can save money by buying a key at an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, allowing you to start your vehicle with a different key. This will save your time and money as you don't have to sit around for the car dealer to cut a new key.

Citroen models from before 2000 can be made into spare keys in only two minutes. Recently, the manufacturer has put a PIN number on a card called a security which is about the size of a credit card inside the owners wallet. 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 not have to go to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it could cause problems when locking, unlocking and even launching your vehicle. We will come to your home and fix the barrel of your lock or ignition at a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make spare keys if yours have been lost or stolen.

Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, making a key is a simple process that can be completed on the spot in a matter of minutes. Since 1998 all models require an unique code that's stored inside a plastic card that is that is the size of a credit card and stored in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly get this code and add an alternative Citroen key to your van for you.

The most common issue with newer keys is that the fob goes out of sync' with your vehicle. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronise the key and get you on the road in no time. You can save up to 50% on the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are designed to work with a certain key which goes through a series of motions to start. If this is interrupted due to a jammed key or damage to the barrel of ignition, your car won't start. It is difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be done by an experienced professional. Our technicians can extract the keys without damaging your car with tools and grease.

Over time, the key and tumblers inside the cylinder for ignition wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car keys. The problem can be exacerbated by a heavy keychains on your keys, which adds extra stress to the tumblers. We suggest having your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts before they break and become useless.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key at an authorized dealer. They will request a replacement key for you that can take up to five days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll need to go back in with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key inserted into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money if we visit your office or home to complete an Citroen key replacement service for a lower cost than what the dealer would charge.