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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key
Key replacement for your car can seem like a daunting job, especially when you've lost yours. You'll need to contact an authorized locksmith in your area or a dealership to purchase a replacement.
However, this can cost a considerable amount of money. You can prevent this from happening by using a company like SR Key Solutions.
Key Cutting
When you lose your keys, it can be a huge hassle. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can assist you in getting back on your way.
We provide regular and high security keys duplication. For normal keys, we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise or keys made of cylinders. The key is placed in a vise, and then cut with a blade, then the new key is cleaned with a wire brush that is built in the machine or manually using a bench-grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.
When you're dealing with keys that are high-security you will require a special machine that can cut these types of keys. The machine is more expensive but it is also extremely accurate. It is a good idea bring the original key with you when cutting these keys because variations in the form of the key could make it unusable.
We make use of Framon two manual machines, which are known to be the most reliable and stable in the industry. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their work benches to the floor, and being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.
Transponder Programming
If your Citroen has transponders, you'll require a key that is programmed to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car, and if a different key is used, the computer onboard will not recognise the serial number and will not allow the engine to begin.
In the normal course, if a lost car key is lost the owner will go to their local dealer in order to obtain the replacement key and get it programmed into the vehicle. This can take between two and five days, and they'll need the original key present.
However you can reduce the expense by acquiring keys from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your car with a fresh key. This will save you time and money since you don't have to sit around for the car dealer to come up with a replacement.
Making a spare key is easy and can be done on site in just a few minutes for Citroen models pre-2000. More recently, the manufacturer has added a PIN code on a card called a security which is about the size of a credit card inside the owners wallet. This needs to be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and you'll be able to avoid the trip to the dealer.
Door Lock Repair
When the lock or key become damaged it can cause problems locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can come to your address and repair the lock or ignition barrel at much less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create new keys if you've lost or stolen one.
Up until 1998 all Citroen vehicles don't use transponder chips, therefore creating the new keys for them is fairly straight easy and can be completed on site in a few minutes. Since 1998 all models require an unique code that's stored on a card the size of a small credit card and kept in the wallet of the owner. We are able to quickly locate the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.
The key fob might be out of sync with the car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronise the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% on the cost of Citroen dealer services.
Ignition Barrel Repair
Modern cars come with keys that go through a series of motions in order 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. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition can be a challenge and should be handled by a professional. Our experts can remove keys without damaging your car with tools and grease.
Over time the key and tumblers in the ignition cylinder may wear out, making it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain can make the problem worse because it puts extra pressure on the tumblers. citroen c1 key replacement is why we recommend getting your Citroen keys and cylinders tested by our experts before they break and become useless.
It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key at an outlet. The dealership will send you a replacement key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll need to return your V5 along with 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 the Citroen key replacement service at a less cost than the dealer would charge.