How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

Key replacement for your car can seem like a daunting task especially in the event that you've lost your key. You'll have to contact a local locksmith or a dealership to purchase a replacement.

This can cost you a significant amount of money. You can avoid this problem by hiring a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are vital to your daily routine, and when they're lost, it can cause a major inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can help you get back on track.

We offer regular and high-security keys duplication. For keys that are regular, we use a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise keys or keys made of cylinders. The key is put in a vise and cut with a blade then the new key is deburred and scrubbed with a wire-brush built into the machine or manually with a bench grinder. This is to remove burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When you're dealing with keys that are high-security it is necessary to use a machine designed to cut these types of keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it's also extremely precise. Bring the original key with you when you get the keys cut. Modifications in shape can cause the key to be useless.

Framon 2 manual origin machine is known as the most reliable and stable machine in the market. Some people have told stories of them falling off their work bench, but functioning perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen is equipped with transponder systems, it will require the use of a key that has 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 permit the engine to start.

Normally when a car key is lost the owner will go to their local car dealer to get a new one and have it programmed to the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two and five days, and the original key will be required.

However you can reduce the cost by buying a key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key that allows you to start your vehicle with a new key. You'll save time and money by not having to wait for the dealer to arrive.

Citroen models prior to 2000 can be made into spare keys within two minutes. The manufacturer recently added a PIN on the form of a plastic "security card" which is about the size of a credit card. It is kept in the owner's wallet. It is required to remove it from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and you'll be able to avoid a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the key or lock is damaged, it may cause problems with locking, unlocking and even launching your vehicle. We can come to your location and repair the barrel of your lock or ignition at much less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create spare keys in case yours have been stolen or lost.

Prior to 1998, all Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips. So creating the new keys for them is a breeze simple and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998 all models require a unique code which is stored inside a plastic card that is that is the size of a credit card, and then kept in the owner's wallet. We can quickly obtain the code and program your replacement citroen car key replacement cost van key for you.

The key fob can be out of sync with the car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronise the key and get you on the road in no time. You can save as much as 50% off the cost of citroen nemo key replacement dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with keys that go through a series motions to start. If the key is jammed or damaged, your car won't start. Extracting a stuck or broken key from the ignition could be tricky and should only be done by an expert. Our experts can take out the keys without damaging your car with tools and lubricant.

Over time the key and the tumblers inside the ignition cylinder can wear out, making it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. This issue can be exacerbated by the weight of your keychains on your keys, which puts extra stress on the tumblers. We suggest that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts prior to when they are deemed unusable.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your citroen c4 grand picasso key fob replacement key at an outlet. They will send the replacement key for you which could take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives you will need to enter the car with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key inserted into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money by having us visit your office or home to provide an Citroen key replacement service for a lower cost than the dealer would charge.