How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car keys especially if it's lost. In order to get a replacement you'll have to contact a local dealership or locksmith.

But, it could cost a considerable amount of money. You can avoid this with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are essential to your daily life, and when they're lost, it can cause a huge inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to assist you in getting back on track.

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

You require a machine that is designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive but it's also extremely precise. Bring the original key to get these keys cut. Differences in shape could make the key useless.

We employ Framon two manual machines that are regarded as the most stable and accurate in the industry. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their workstations to the ground and remaining perfectly safe. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has a transponder system it will require keys that have been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is specific to each car. Consequently, in the event that a different key is used the on-board computer will not recognise the serial number and will not allow the engine to start.

Normally when a car key is lost the owner should go to the local dealer to obtain a replacement and then have it programmed to the vehicle. This could take between two and five working days and the original key will be required.

You can save money by buying keys from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your vehicle with a brand new key. You will save time and money by not waiting for the car dealer.

Making a spare key is easy and can be done on site within a matter of minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. In recent times, the manufacturer has put a PIN number on a security card that is a plastic' the size of an ordinary credit card in the owner's wallet. This needs to be retrieved from the vehicle before we can program the new key, this is something that we can do for you and you'll save a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key get damaged, it could lead to problems locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We will come to your location and fix the barrel of your lock or ignition at much less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make spare keys if yours have been lost or stolen.

From 1998 onwards, all citroen c1 key cover vehicles didn't have transponder chips. Therefore, making a new key for them is fairly straight forward and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998 all models need a unique code which is stored in a plastic credit card similar to a credit card and stored in the owner's wallet. We can quickly get the code and then program the replacement citroen c1 key Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

The most common issue with newer keys is that the key fob is out of sync' to your car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% over the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are designed to work with a specific key that performs an array of motions to start. If this is interrupted by an unresponsive 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 should only be performed by an expert. Our experts can remove the keys without damaging your car with tools and the lubricant.

Over time, the keys and tumblers in the cylinder for ignition wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. A heavy keychain could cause the problem to get worse because it puts extra pressure on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts, before they are deemed unusable.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key at a dealer. The dealership will request a replacement key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You must return your V5 along with the ID documents to get it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by visiting your workplace or home to perform a Citroen replacement car keys citroen picasso key service for a much lower price than what the dealer charges.