How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

The replacement of your car key can seem like a daunting task particularly when you've lost yours. To obtain a replacement, you'll need to call a local dealership or locksmith.

However, this 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 essential to your daily life, and when they're lost, it could cause a major inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will help you get your life back on course.

We offer regular and high-security keys duplicate. We employ a key-cutting machine to duplicate standard keys. The machine can duplicate mortise keys and cylinder keys. The key is clamped in a vise, is then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred. It is by rubbing it down with wirebrushes built into the machine, or manually using an industrial bench grinder - to remove burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When you're dealing with keys that are high-security you require a specific machine that can cut these types of keys. The machine is more expensive however, it's also very precise. It's a good idea to bring the original key when getting these keys cut, as differences in the shape of the key could make it unusable.

We employ Framon two manual origin machines that are known to be the most reliable and stable in the industry, some people have even told stories of them falling off their work bench to the floor, and functioning perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen ds3 replacement key cost has transponders, you will require a key to be programmed into the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car. in the event that a different key is utilized, the computer on board will not recognize the serial number and cannot permit the engine to start.

Normaly, when a lost car key occurs, the owner will visit their local dealer for the replacement key and be able to program it into the vehicle. This could take anywhere from two and five working days, and the original key will be required.

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

Making an extra key is straightforward and can be done on-site in just a few minutes for Citroen models pre-2000. Recently, the manufacturer has added a PIN code on a'security card' made of plastic similar to credit card that is kept in the owners wallet. This needs to be retrieved from the vehicle before we can program the new key. This is something we can easily do for you and again you'll not have to go to your dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key become damaged it can cause issues locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can come to your address and repair the lock or ignition barrel at less than the cost of citroen c1 spare key cost dealers. We can also provide replacement keys if you've lost or stolen your keys.

All Citroen vehicles didn't have transponder chips. Therefore, making a new key for them is quite straight easy and can be completed at the site in a couple of minutes. Since 1998, all models require the use of a code that is stored on a'security card' that is about the size a credit card in the owners wallet. We are able to quickly locate the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

The key fob could become 'out-of-sync' with the car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road in no time. You can save up to 50% over the cost of citroen dispatch key fob replacement dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are designed to operate with a particular key that goes through a series of motions to start. If the key is jammed or damaged your car won't begin. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition can be tricky and should only be done by a professional. Our specialists can remove the keys without damaging your car with tools and lubricant.

With time, the key and tumblers inside the ignition cylinder wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. The issue could be made more difficult by a heavy keychain attached to your keys that puts extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we recommend that you get your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they are unable to use them.

Getting your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be costly and a lengthy process. The dealership will request a new key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. You will need to bring along your V5 and your ID documents in order to have it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by coming to your workplace or home to complete the Citroen replacement key service for a much lower price than what the dealer would charge.