Don't Be Enticed By These "Trends" Concerning Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement

How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car key particularly if it's lost. You'll have to contact a local locksmith or dealership for a new key.

This could cost you a significant amount of money. You can reduce this cost by utilizing a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Keys are an integral part of your everyday life, and when they're lost, it could cause a huge inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can assist you in getting your life back on path.

G28 Car Keys provide regular and high-security key duplication. For regular keys, we use a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise or keys made of cylinders. The key is clamped in the vise, and then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred, using a wirebrush integrated into the machine, or manually on a bench grinder - to remove any burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When it comes to high-security keys it is necessary to use a machine that is specifically designed to cut these types of keys. This type of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it's also very accurate. It is a good idea bring the original key with you while cutting these keys since variations in the form of the key could make it unusable.

We make use of Framon two manual machines that are known to be the most stable and accurate in the business. Some users have told tales of them falling off their workstations to the ground and functioning perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen is equipped with transponder technology, it will require an appropriate key programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car. if a different key is employed, the onboard computer cannot recognize the serial number and therefore cannot allow the engine to start.

Typically, when a loss of a car key is lost, the owner will visit their local dealer to obtain a replacement, and have it programmed into the vehicle. It could take between two and five days, and they'll require the original key present.

You can save money by buying the key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, making it possible for you to start your vehicle with the same key. You will save time and money by not having to wait for the car dealer.

Making an extra key is easy and can be done on-site within a matter of minutes for Citroen models pre-2000. More recently, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a'security card' made of plastic similar to a credit card in the owner's wallet. This needs to be retrieved from the vehicle before we can program the new key. This is something we can do for you, and you will save a trip to your dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it can cause problems when locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We can come to your location and fix the barrel of your lock or ignition at a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create spare keys if yours have been lost or stolen.

From 1998 onwards, all Citroen vehicles don't use transponder chips. Therefore, making an entirely new key for them is quite straight forward and can be done on-site in a matter of minutes. Since 1998, all models require a code which is stored on a plastic 'security card' that is the size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. We can easily obtain this code and add the replacement Citroen key to your van for you.

The key fob may be out-of-synchronisation with the car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize 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 the key is damaged or jammed the car won't start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should only be done by a professional. Our technicians can extract your keys without causing damage to your car with tools and lubricant.

With time, the key and tumblers inside the cylinder of ignition can wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. A heavy keychain could cause the problem to get worse because it puts extra pressure 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 changed at a dealership could be a costly and time-consuming process. They will send keys for replacement which could take as long as five days to arrive. You'll need to bring along your V5 and the ID documents to get it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we come to your home or office to complete a Citroen key replacement service at a less cost than what the dealer would charge.