How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's not an easy task to replace your car key especially if it's lost. You'll need to call an authorized locksmith in your area or a dealership to get a new one.

This can cost you a lot of money. You can avoid this problem by working with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are crucial to your daily life If they're lost, it could cause a huge inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will help you get your life back on track.

We offer regular and high security keys duplication. For normal keys, we use the key cutting machine which can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is clamped into the vise, and then cut with a knife. The new key is then deburred, rubbed down with a wirebrush integrated into the machine, or manually using a bench grinder - to remove burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

It is necessary to have a machine designed to cut high-security keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, however it is also very precise. It's a good idea to bring the original key when cutting the keys, as variations in the shape of the key could render it useless.

We use Framon two manual machines that are known to be the most reliable and stable in the market. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their workstations to the floor and still functioning perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen c1 replacement key cost is equipped with a transponder system it will require an appropriate key programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is specific to each car. Consequently, should a different key be employed, the onboard computer cannot recognize the serial number, and cannot allow the engine to start.

Normally the moment a car's key is lost the owner will go to the local dealer to purchase a replacement and have it programmed to the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two and five working days, and the original key will be required.

However, you can cut the cost by buying keys from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, enabling you to start your vehicle with the same key. You'll save time as well as money by not having to wait for the dealer to arrive.

Making a spare key is relatively easy and can be made on site in a matter of minutes for Citroen models before 2000. More recently, the company has put a PIN number on a card called a security similar to an ordinary credit card in the owners wallet. This must be retrieved from the vehicle before we can program the new key, this is something we can do for you and again you will save a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

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

All Citroen vehicles didn't come with transponder chips, so 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 a unique code which is stored in a plastic card the size of a small credit card, and then kept in the owner's wallet. We can quickly obtain the code and program your replacement citroen c1 key fob replacement van key for you.

The most common issue with newer keys is that the fob loses its sync' with your car. Our vans can re-synchronize the key and get you on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% over the cost of citroen ds3 replacement key cost dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have a key that goes through a series of motions to start. If this process is interrupted by an unresponsive key or damage to the ignition barrel then the car will not start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition can be difficult and should be done by a professional. Using tools and lubrication, our experts will carefully remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing further damage to your car.

Over time the key and the tumblers inside the ignition cylinder wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn the car key. This issue can be exacerbated by having a heavy keychain on your keys which puts extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we suggest that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders tested by our experts before they break and become useless.

The process of getting your Citroen keys replacement at a dealership can be a costly and time-consuming process. They will order a replacement key for you which can take up to five days to arrive. You must return your V5 along with your ID documents to get it programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we come to your office or home to provide the Citroen key replacement service at a lower cost than the dealer would charge.