How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car key, especially if it's been lost. To get a replacement you'll need to contact an auto dealer or locksmith.

This can cost you a significant amount of money. It is possible to avoid this issue by using a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are crucial to your daily life, and when they're lost, it can cause a huge inconvenience. Fortunately, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can assist you in getting back on the right path.

We provide regular and high security keys duplication. For keys that are regular, we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise or keys made of cylinders. The key is put in a vise and cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed with a wire brush that is built into the machine or manually with a bench grinder. This is to remove burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

You need a machine designed to cut high-security keys. This machine is more expensive, however, it's also very precise. It's a good idea to bring the original key with you while cutting these keys, as differences in the shape of the key could render it useless.

We use Framon two manual-driven machines, which are regarded as the most stable and accurate in the industry, some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their work benches to the ground and performing perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen c1 key has a transponder, you will require a programed key to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car. in the event that a different key is employed, the onboard computer cannot recognize the serial number and will not allow the engine to start.

Normaly, when a lost car key occurs the owner should visit their local dealer in order to obtain the replacement key and get it programmed into the vehicle. This could take between two and five days. they'll need the original key in their possession.

You can save money by purchasing a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, making it possible for you to start your car with another key. This will save you time and money as you won't have to stand for the car dealer to create a replacement.

Citroen models prior to 2000 can be converted into spare keys in only a few minutes. The manufacturer recently added a PIN on the form of a plastic "security card" similar to a credit card. It is kept in the wallet of the owner. This must be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can do this for you and save you a trip to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the key or lock is damaged, it could cause issues locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We will come to your home and fix the barrel of your lock or ignition at much less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make spare keys if the ones you have been stolen or lost.

From 1998 onwards, all citroen ds3 replacement key vehicles did not have transponder chips. So creating a new key for them is pretty straight easy and can be completed at the site in a couple of minutes. Since 1998, all models require the use of a code that is stored on a plastic "security card' about the size of a credit card in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly obtain this code and add a replacement citroen c4 grand picasso key fob replacement key to your van for you.

A common problem with newer keys is that the fob loses its sync' to your car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronise the key and get you back on the road in no time. You can save up to 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars use a specific key which goes through a series of motions to begin. If the key is jammed or damaged, your car won't start. It can be difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be performed by professionals. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our technicians can safely remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing further damage to your vehicle.

Over time the key and the tumblers in the ignition cylinder could wear out, making it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain could cause the problem to get worse because it puts extra pressure on the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts before they go out of service.

Getting your citroen c1 key fob keys replacement at a dealership can be costly and a lengthy process. The dealership will then order a new key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll have to return your V5 along with your ID documents to have it programmed into your car. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by coming to your workplace or home to carry out an citroen car keys replacement replacement key service for a much lower price than the dealer will charge.