How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

Car key replacement can seem like a daunting task especially if you've lost yours. You'll have to contact an authorized locksmith in your area or a dealership for a new key.

But, it could cost you a significant amount of money. You can prevent this from happening by utilizing a company such as SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are crucial to your daily routine If 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 your way.

We offer regular and high security key duplicate. For keys that are regular we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise keys or key cylinders. The key is placed in a vise and cut with a blade, then the new key is deburred, scrubbed with a wire-brush built inside the machine or using a bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and harm the lock.

You will require a machine specifically designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. Bring the original key when you receive these keys cut. Differences in shape could cause the key to be useless.

We utilize Framon 2 manual originating machines that are regarded as the most stable and accurate in the industry, some users have told tales of them falling off their work bench to the floor and being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponder systems, it will require the use of a key that has been programmed to it. The transponder chip in each vehicle is unique. If the key used was different, 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 is lost the owner should visit their local dealer for an alternative key, and then be able to program it into the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two to five working days, and the original key will be required.

You can save money by buying the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your vehicle with a new key. You'll save time as well as money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive.

Making an extra Key Cutting service is straightforward and can be done on the spot within a matter of minutes for citroen c3 key fob replacement models prior to 2000. Recently, the manufacturer has added a PIN code on a plastic 'security card similar to credit card that is kept in the owners wallet. It must be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can do this for you and you'll avoid a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the lock or key get damaged, it could cause problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can visit your home and fix the lock or ignition barrel at less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create spare keys if yours have been stolen or lost.

From 1998 onwards, all Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips. Therefore, making a new key for them is quite straight forward and can be done on the spot in just a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require the use of a code that is stored on a security card' that is the size of a credit card and placed in the owners wallet. We are able to quickly locate the code and program your replacement citroen ds3 key replacement van key for you.

The key fob may become 'out-of-sync' with the car. We have the technology in our vans to restore synchronisation of your keys and get you back on the road in a matter of minutes and save you up to 50% in comparison with citroen ds3 remote key replacement dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are built to use a specific key that performs various motions to start. If this is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged to the barrel that is used for ignition, the car will not start. It is difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This should only be performed by an experienced professional. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our experts will carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing any damage to your car.

Over 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 due to the weight of the keychain that causes extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason why we suggest getting your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they are unable to use them.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key with the dealer. They will send an alternative key for you that can take up to five days to arrive. You must bring along your V5 and your ID documents to get it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money if we come to your office or home to provide a Citroen key replacement service at a lower cost than the dealer would charge.