A Productive Rant About Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement

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 a local locksmith or a dealership to get a new one.

This can 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 everyday life, and when they're lost, it could create a significant inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services to assist you in getting your life back on path.

We provide both regular and high-security key duplication. For regular keys, we use the key cutting machine which 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 deburred and scrubbed with a wire brush that is built inside the machine or using a bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and harm the lock.

When it comes to high-security keys you require a specific machine designed to cut these keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, but it's also very accurate. It is a good idea to bring the original key when cutting the keys because variations in the form of the key could render it useless.

Framon 2 manual originating machine is regarded as the most reliable and stable machine in the industry. Some people have told stories of them falling off their work bench and still being in good shape. 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 unique to each car. should a different key be utilized, the computer on board cannot recognize the serial number, and will not allow the engine to begin.

Normally the moment a car's key is lost the owner will head to the local dealer to obtain a replacement and then program it to the vehicle. It can take between two and five days, and they'll require the original key present.

However, you can cut the cost by getting a key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key that allows you to start your vehicle with a brand new 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 simple and can be completed on-site in just a few minutes for Citroen models before 2000. In recent times, the manufacturer has put a PIN number on a'security card' made of plastic that is the size of credit card that is kept in the owners wallet. It must be removed from the vehicle before we can program the new key, this is something we can do for you and again you'll avoid a trip to your dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it can cause problems with locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We can come to your location and repair the ignition barrel or lock at less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make replacement keys in the event that you've lost or stolen one.

Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, creating keys is a straightforward procedure that can be done on the spot in a matter of minutes. Since 1998, all models require a code which is stored on a'security card' about the size of a credit card in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly get the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

Often the issue with these newer keys is that the key fob is out of sync' to your car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% over the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars operate with a particular key which goes through a series of motions to start. If the key is jammed or damaged your car won't begin. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition can be tricky and should only be done by an expert. Using tools and lubrication, our specialists can carefully remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing any further damage to your vehicle.

Over time, the key and tumblers inside the ignition cylinder wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain can make the issue worse because it puts extra pressure on the tumblers. This is the reason why we suggest to have your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they break and become useless.

It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key at an authorized dealer. G28CarKeys will then order a replacement key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. When it arrives you will have to return with your V5 and ID documents in order to program the key into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your workplace or at home to perform the Citroen replacement key service for much less than what the dealer would charge.