How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It can be a difficult task to replace the car key, especially if it's been lost. To get a new one, you'll need to call an authorized locksmith or a local dealer.

This can cost you a lot of money. You can avoid this issue by working with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are essential to your daily routine, and when they're lost, it can cause major disruption. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will help you get your life back on track.

We offer regular and high-security key duplicate. For regular keys, we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise keys or Citroen key key cylinders. The key is clamped in a vise, and then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred, rubbed down with wirebrushes built into the machine, or manually using a bench grinder - to remove any burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When it comes to keys with high security, you need a special machine that is designed to cut these types of keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, however it is also very accurate. Bring the original key when you receive these keys cut. Differences in shape could render the key useless.

We employ Framon 2 manual originating machines, which are known to be the most stable and accurate in the business. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their workstations to the floor and still 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 to be programmed into the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car, and when a different key is employed, the onboard computer will not recognize the serial number and therefore will not allow the engine to start.

Normally when a car key is lost the owner should go to the local dealer to get a new one and then have it programmed to the vehicle. It can take between two and five days. they'll require the original key in their possession.

You can save money by buying the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key, allowing you to start your car with a new key. This will save your time and money as you won't need to wait for the car dealer to come up with a replacement.

Citroen pre-2000 models can be made into spare keys in a few minutes. Recently, the manufacturer has put a PIN number on a security card that is a plastic that is the size of 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 are able to accomplish for you and you'll save a trip to your dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the lock or key become damaged it can lead to problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock in your home for a fraction of what citroen c5 key fob dealers charge. We can also create spare keys if yours have been stolen or lost.

From 1998 onwards, all Citroen vehicles didn't have transponder chips. So creating an entirely new key for them is a breeze to do at the site in a couple of minutes. Since 1998 all models need a unique code that is stored in a plastic card that is the size of a credit card and kept in the wallet of the owner. We are able to quickly locate this code and add a replacement Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

The key fob can be 'out of sync' with your car. Our vans are able 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 are built to work with a specific key that performs a series of motions to begin. If the key is damaged or jammed the car will not start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition could be tricky and should only be handled by an experienced technician. Our specialists can remove the keys without damaging your car using 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. The issue could be made more difficult due to the weight of the keychains on your keys, which causes extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest getting your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they break and Citroen Key become useless.

Getting your Citroen keys changed at a dealership could be costly and a lengthy process. The dealership will send you the replacement key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll have to bring along your V5 and your ID documents to get it programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money if we visit your office or home to carry out the Citroen key replacement service at a cheaper cost than the dealer would charge.