How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

Car keys replacement may appear to be a daunting task particularly if you've lost yours. To get a replacement you'll have to contact an authorized locksmith or a local dealer.

This could cost you a lot of money. It is possible to avoid this by utilizing a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are crucial to your daily routine, and when they're lost, it can cause a huge inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to help you get back on the right path.

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

When it comes to high-security keys, you need a special machine that is specifically designed to cut these keys. This type 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. The shape of the key could make the key unusable.

We make use of Framon two manual origin machines that are known to be the most stable and accurate in the industry. Some clients have even told tales of them falling off their work bench to the ground and performing perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen c1 key replacement has transponder, you'll need a key programmed to the system. The transponder chip used in each car is unique. If an alternative key was used, the on-board computer would not recognise the serial numbers and the engine would not start.

Typically, when a loss of a car key occurs the owner must visit their local dealer to obtain the replacement key and have it programmed into the vehicle. It could take between two and five days and they will need to have the original key on hand.

However you can reduce the cost by purchasing a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your car with another key. This will save your time and money as you don't have to sit around for the car dealer to make a replacement.

Citroen models prior to 2000 can be converted into spare keys in only two minutes. Recently, the manufacturer has put a PIN number on a security card that is a plastic similar to a credit card in the wallet of the owner. 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 you'll save a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the key or lock is damaged, it can cause issues with locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We will come to your home and fix the barrel of your lock or ignition at a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create spare keys in the event that yours has been lost or stolen.

Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, creating a key is a simple process that can be completed at the site in just a few moments. From 1998 all models require a code which is stored on a security card' about the size of a credit card and placed in the owners wallet. We can easily obtain this code and program the replacement key for citroen c1 (this link) Citroen key to your van for you.

A common problem with newer keys is that the key fob is out of sync' with the car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize the key and get you on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are built to use a specific key that performs several motions in order to begin. If the key is damaged or jammed your car won't begin. It can be difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be handled by professionals. Our specialists can remove keys without damaging your car using tools and lubricant.

Over time the key and tumblers within the cylinder for ignition wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. The issue could be made more difficult due to the weight of the keychain attached to your keys that puts extra stress on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen cylinders and keys checked by our experts, prior to they are deemed unusable.

Finding your Citroen keys changed at a dealership could be costly and time-consuming process. The dealership will request the replacement key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. When it arrives, you'll need to enter the car with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key programmed 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 less than what a dealer would charge.